Durban Manufacturing Finance Accountant – Costing & Analytics

Ishida Europe Ltd; Durban; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturing company based in Durban is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their Finance team. This role involves managing the full accounting function, preparing financial reports, and supporting strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Accounting or Finance, experience in a manufacturing environment, and proficiency in financial systems such as SAP or Odoo. Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to deliver accurate results under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, reconciliations, and costing principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounting function up to statutory accounts.
• Prepare monthly and annual reports including Income Statement and Balance Sheet.
• Oversee stock and inventory management, reconciliations, and variance analysis.

Skills

Financial reporting

Reconciliations

Costing principles

Interpersonal skills

Emotional intelligence

Adaptability

Education

Degree or Diploma in Accounting or Finance

CA(SA) or CIMA qualification

Tools

SAP

Odoo

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

A leading global manufacturing company based in Durban is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their Finance team. This role involves managing the full accounting function, preparing financial reports, and supporting strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Accounting or Finance, experience in a manufacturing environment, and proficiency in financial systems such as SAP or Odoo. Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach are essential.