Accountant

KingsleyIrons Recruitment Services CC; Rosebank; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

KingsleyIrons Recruitment Services CC is seeking a high-calibre Accountant to join its Johannesburg-based finance team within an established international agriculture business. The role offers exposure to group finance, cross-border operations and clear progression opportunities while collaborating closely with senior leadership.

This position is ideal for an ambitious accounting professional seeking broader experience beyond traditional accounting, with mentorship and long-term career

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Commercially aware with a continuous improvement mindset.
• High levels of professional integrity and accountability.
• Ability to build effective relationships across finance and operations.
• Strong attention to detail without losing sight of broader business objectives.
• Eager to learn from experienced finance professionals and assume increasing responsibility over time.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reporting packs.
• Preparation and review of journals, accruals and reconciliations.
• Support month-end and year-end reporting processes.
• Assist with group reporting requirements and multi-entity finance activities.
• Support accounting and reporting requirements across international operations.
• Assist with inventory, stock and manufacturing accounting processes.
• Work closely with the Financial Controller on operational and commercial finance matters.
• Support audit processes and internal control requirements.
• Contribute to ongoing process improvement and finance transformation initiatives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Time management

Collaboration

Education

BCom Accounting or equivalent qualification

Articles completed advantageous

Tools

Sage Evolution

Job description

Description / Synopsis

An established international agriculture business is seeking a high-calibre Accountant to join its Johannesburg-based finance team. Join a growing international business offering exposure to group finance, cross-border operations and long-term progression opportunities.Working closely with senior finance leadership, the incumbent will play a meaningful role in supporting both South African and East African operations while building the technical and commercial skills required for future advancement.

This position will appeal to an ambitious accounting professional who is looking to broaden their exposure beyond traditional financial accounting into a role that offers visibility, mentorship and genuine long-term career progression.

Minimum Requirements:

• BCom Accounting or equivalent qualification
• Completed articles advantageous
• 3 - 5 years accounting experience
• Strong financial reporting and month-end exposure
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Sage Evolution experience advantageous
• Exposure to manufacturing, stock or cost accounting advantageous
• Sound understanding of accounting principles and financial controls
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within a deadline-driven environment

Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reporting packs
• Preparation and review of journals, accruals and reconciliations
• Support month-end and year-end reporting processes
• Assist with group reporting requirements and multi-entity finance activities
• Support accounting and reporting requirements across international operations
• Assist with inventory, stock and manufacturing accounting processes
• Work closely with the Financial Controller on operational and commercial finance matters
• Support audit processes and internal control requirements
• Contribute to ongoing process improvement and finance transformation initiatives

Soft Skills / Additional Info

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Commercially aware with a continuous improvement mindset
• High levels of professional integrity and accountability
• Ability to build effective relationships across finance and operations
• Strong attention to detail without losing sight of broader business objectives
• Eager to learn from experienced finance professionals and assume increasing responsibility over time
• Collaborative, professional and solutions-orientated approach