Cost / Management Accountant (CTA / CEMA)

Merand Corbett & Associates; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Cost / Management Accountant to oversee the management accounting function. This role involves planning, budgeting, and forecasting, as well as interpreting financial results and monitoring cash flow. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial accounting and reporting, with excellent attention to detail and accuracy. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to strategic planning and operational efficiency within a dynamic team. If you are ready to take on new challenges and make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in a similar position is required.
• Proficiency in financial accounting and reporting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting functions including planning, budgets, and forecasts.
• Monitor cash flow and develop management reporting systems.

Skills

Attention to detail and accuracy

Financial accounting & reporting

Mathematical computation skills

Multi-functional project management

Education

Senior Certificate (NQF 4)

CTA / CEMA

Tools

Pastel Evolution

Xero

MS Office

Job description

Our client is looking to employ an experienced Cost / Management Accountant with a CTA! Take responsibility for the management accounting function, including planning, budgets and forecasts, interpreting financial results, monitoring cash flow, capital expenditure programs, management reporting systems development, special investigations / reports, operating efficiency studies, feasibility studies and investment portfolios.

POSITION INFO:

Requirements:

• South African Citizen
• Code B driver's license and own transport
• Willing to work overtime and be available after business hours
• Business travel, nationally

Qualifications & Experience:

• Senior Certificate (NQF 4)
• CTA / CEMA will be advantageous
• Pastel Evolution / Xero experience will be advantageous
• At least 5 years' experience in a similar position
• MS Office with excellent Excel skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in financial accounting & reporting, including external statutory reporting and audit
• Working knowledge of data entry management
• Multi-functional project management
• Good understanding of strategic planning and management thereof.
• Knowledge of policy conceptualisation, analysis and implementation
• Mathematical computation skills
• Knowledge of South African Taxation

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.