Associate Management Accountant

Auxo Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A global recruitment consultancy is seeking an Associate Management Accountant to join its finance team in Durban. You will assist in financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, and support external audits. The ideal candidate should have 2-4 years of experience, be part-qualified or studying towards a professional accounting qualification, and possess strong analytical and Excel skills. Join a dynamic team and grow your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Collaborative culture

Exposure to international finance operations

Qualifications

• 2-4 years' experience in a management accounting or similar finance role.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Experience in multi-entity or international environments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L and balance sheet.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting process.
• Perform reconciliations and ensure compliance with financial controls.
• Assist with external audit requirements and year-end reporting.
• Contribute to process improvements within the finance department.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel skills

Proactive approach

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Part-qualified or currently studying towards CIMA, ACCA, SAIPA

Job description

Associate Management Accountant - Durban, South Africa
Company: Auxo Talent

Auxo Talent is a global recruitment consultancy with a turnover exceeding £100 million. We specialise in STEM recruitment - focusing on engineering, technology, industry 2.0, and construction - and provide both contract and permanent staffing solutions to clients around the world.

We're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Management Accountant to join our finance team in Durban. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a global business environment, supporting our UK entities while being part of a collaborative, high-performing South African team.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting: Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and variance analysis across multiple UK trading entities.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Support the budgeting and forecasting process and contribute to financial planning and analysis.
• Reconciliations & Compliance: Perform reconciliations and ensure compliance with internal financial controls and reporting standards.
• Audit & Year-End Support: Provide assistance with external audit requirements and year-end reporting.
• Collaboration: Work closely with UK-based finance leads and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to process improvements and finance transformation initiatives within the department.

Key Requirements

• Part-qualified or currently studying towards a professional accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA, SAIPA, or equivalent).
• 2-4 years' experience in a management accounting, financial reporting, or similar finance role.
• Strong analytical and Excel skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, especially when working across regions.
• Prior exposure to multi-entity or international environments will be advantageous.

Why Join Auxo Talent

• Work for a global STEM recruitment leader with exposure to international finance operations.
• Be part of a dynamic, growing team based in Durban.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within a global group.
• Supportive, collaborative culture that values initiative and continuous learning.

If you're an ambitious finance professional looking to develop your management accounting skills within a fast-paced, global environment - we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to join Auxo Talent and take your career to the next level.