Commercial Accountant

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Medical aid

Provident fund

Growth opportunities

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Commercial Accountant in Mahikeng, North West, to drive financial insights for commercial operations. The role requires strong expertise in profitability analysis, budgeting, and business partnering, with the ability to collaborate with sales, marketing and operations teams.

The successful candidate will contribute to pricing and promotional analysis, KPI development, and robust reporting, supporting inventory management and cost control in a dynamic agricultural-centric

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CIMA/ACCA qualification is an advantage.
• Minimum 4 years in commercial accounting or business partnering.
• Strong Excel and financial modelling skills.
• Excellent analytical, communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze sales, costs, and profitability across units.
• Develop and monitor budgets and forecasts for commercial ops.
• Prepare regular management reports on performance with trends and variances.
• Provide financial input for pricing, marketing, and promotions.
• Develop and track KPIs related to commercial activities.
• Evaluate financial viability of new initiatives and projects.
• Reconcile financial data and ensure accuracy of reports.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and ops for insights.
• Support inventory management and cost-control initiatives.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting & forecasting

Stakeholder communication

Excel modelling

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Commercial orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CIMA/ACCA qualification (advantage)

Tools

Accounting software

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent agricultural cooperative based in Mahikeng, North West, is seeking a skilled Commercial Accountant to support its diverse operations. This role is key to providing financial insights and analysis that drive commercial success and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of business performance drivers, profitability analysis, and budgeting within a commercial context. We are looking for a proactive and analytical professional who can collaborate effectively with business stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a vital organization in the agricultural sector, playing a significant role in financial management and strategic decision-making in the North West province.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze sales, costs, and profitability across various business units and product lines.
• Assist in the development and monitoring of budgets and forecasts for commercial operations.
• Prepare regular management reports on commercial performance, highlighting key trends and variances.
• Provide financial support and analysis for pricing, marketing, and promotional activities.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to commercial activities.
• Evaluate the financial viability of new business initiatives and projects.
• Reconcile financial data and ensure accuracy of commercial reporting.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and operations teams to provide financial insights and recommendations.
• Support inventory management and cost control initiatives.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• A professional qualification (e.g., CIMA, ACCA) is an advantage.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in commercial accounting, financial analysis, or a business partnering role.
• Strong understanding of commercial operations, sales, and cost drivers.
• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Excel skills, including financial modeling.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly.
• Detail-oriented and committed to accuracy and timely reporting.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.
• Experience in the agricultural or cooperative sector is beneficial for this role in Mahikeng.
• Proactive approach to identifying financial opportunities and risks.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Contribution to medical aid and provident fund.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within the organization.
• Exposure to diverse commercial challenges in a key South African industry.
• A supportive team environment in the North West province.
• Potential for increased responsibility and career advancement.