Accountant (CA)

Hire Resolve; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Global Logistics & Manufacturing firm is seeking a qualified Accountant (CA) in Fourways. This strategic role requires managing financial operations and fluency in Mandarin. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, overseeing warehouse metrics, and managing corporate tax submissions. Candidates must have a Chartered Accountant designation and 3-5 years of relevant experience. A competitive salary is offered, with potential for permanent placement based on performance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant registered with SAICA required.
• Minimum 3-5 years post-article experience in manufacturing or logistics.
• Comprehensive knowledge of IFRS and South African tax legislation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements per IFRS.
• Serve as financial intermediary for reporting in Mandarin.
• Oversee financial metrics to optimize operational efficiency.

Skills

Fluency in Mandarin

Technical accounting expertise

Analytical skills

Proficiency in advanced Excel

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA) designation

Tools

Integrated ERP systems

Job description

A leading Global Logistics & Manufacturing firm is seeking a highly qualified Accountant (CA) to join their financial team based in Fourways. This role is ideal for a meticulous professional with a Chartered Accountant designation and fluency in Mandarin, which is a mandatory requirement for this position. Initially offered as a 12-month fixed-term contract with the potential to transition into a permanent role based on performance, this is a strategic opportunity to manage complex financial operations within a dynamic warehouse environment. If you possess strong technical accounting expertise and are ready to drive financial excellence in a fast-paced setting, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS and local South African tax regulations.
• Serve as the primary financial intermediary between the South African warehouse operations and international stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication and reporting in Mandarin.
• Oversee warehouse-specific financial metrics, including stock valuation, supply chain cost analysis, and variance reporting to optimize operational efficiency.
• Lead the transition of financial processes during the initial 12-month contract period, implementing rigorous internal controls to meet performance benchmarks for permanent placement.
• Manage corporate tax submissions (VAT, PAYE, and Income Tax) and act as the lead point of contact for external auditors to ensure clean audit trails.
• Develop detailed cash flow forecasts and annual budgets, providing the executive team with data-driven insights to support warehouse expansion or resource allocation.
• Maintain the fixed asset register for the facility, ensuring all machinery, equipment, and property are accurately depreciated and accounted for.

Requirements

• Hold a valid Chartered Accountant (CA) designation registered with SAICA.
• Demonstrate full professional fluency in Mandarin, both written and verbal, to communicate with international stakeholders.
• Possess a minimum of 3-5 years of post-article experience, ideally within a manufacturing, logistics, or warehouse environment.
• Show comprehensive knowledge of IFRS, South African tax legislation, and corporate governance standards.
• Exhibit proficiency in advanced Excel and experience using integrated ERP systems for financial management.
• Provide evidence of strong analytical skills and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Adrienne Steyn at Hire Resolve on [e-mail] or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: [e-mail]

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.