Accountant - Saldanha Bay

Principal Class Placements; Saldanha; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the bio-refinery sector is seeking a skilled Accountant for its finance team in Saldanha Bay. This position combines general accounting duties with payroll processing, engaging closely with both financial and operational teams. The ideal candidate will manage financial closings, track production costs, and ensure compliance with GAAP/IFRS, making a significant impact in a hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience; 1 year in payroll.
• Experience in manufacturing/industrial finance.
• Knowledge of payroll legislation.

Responsibilities

• Handle monthly financial closings, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Process payroll, maintain records, and ensure compliance with tax and labor laws.
• Track production costs, raw materials, and capital expenditures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelors in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Sage Cloud Accounting

Excel

Job description

Accountant
Saldanha Bay

We’re seeking a skilled Accountant to join our finance team in the bio-refinery sector. This dual-role position combines general accounting duties with payroll processing, supporting both finance and HR operations.
Key Responsibilities:

• Handle monthly financial closings, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Track production costs, raw materials, and capital/project expenditures.
• Manage fixed assets and support audits (GAAP/IFRS compliance).
• Process payroll, maintain records, and ensure compliance with tax and labor laws.
• Collaborate with HR to ensure accurate and confidential compensation data.

Requirements:

• Bachelors in Accounting/Finance (CPA/CMA a plus).
• 3+ years of accounting experience; 1 year in payroll.
• Experience in manufacturing/industrial finance.
• Proficiency in Sage Cloud Accounting & Payroll and Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and knowledge of payroll legislation.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working across both financial and operational teams in a hands-on, impactful environment.