Management Accountant Global Grade 12

Barloworld Equipment (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the finance sector is seeking a skilled finance professional to manage monthly accounts, oversee contract revenue recognition, and ensure compliance with IFRS. The ideal candidate will have a BCom in Accounting and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a finance environment.
• Membership to a professional body advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provision of accurate monthly management accounts including variance analysis.
• Responsible for overseeing contract revenue recognition and calculation.
• Manage billing clerks, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Report writing

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

BCom in Accounting

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Job Responsibilities

1. Provision of accurate monthly management accounts including variance analysis.
2. Preparation of monthly flash file for review and submission.
3. Prepare month-end journals, including direct expense review and accruals management.
4. Analysis and investigation of intercompany gross profit margins.
5. Responsible for overseeing contract revenue recognition and calculation, ensuring all contracts are properly recorded and accounted for in accordance with IFRS and company policies.
6. Compilation and upload of annual budgets.
7. Preparation and update of general ledger reconciliations.
8. Liaison with internal and external auditors.
9. Participation in other ad hoc finance-related projects.
10. Manage billing clerks, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing to customers.

Qualifications, Experience, and Competencies

• BCom in Accounting, with articles and membership to a professional body advantageous.
• 3-5 years of experience in a finance environment.
• Analytical skills, attention to detail, accuracy, advanced numeracy, problem-solving, and report writing skills.
• Intermediate Excel skills at a minimum.
• Prior SAP experience is advantageous.
• Thorough understanding of IFRS, specifically IFRS 15, revenue from contracts.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are required for this role.