Finance Leader: Month-End, Budgeting & Strategy

Network Finance; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable finance organization based in Johannesburg North seeks an experienced accountant to lead financial reporting and mentoring of junior staff. The ideal candidate has a BCom degree (Honours preferred) and 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in engineering settings. Responsibilities include budgeting, ensuring compliance with internal controls, and supporting strategic decisions. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact within the organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience required.
• Experience in engineering environments is highly advantageous.
• Experience supervising junior staff or leading finance functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end reporting activities.
• Provide management commentary and financial analysis.
• Supervise reconciliations, accruals, and complex transactions.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Ensure internal controls and audit compliance.
• Mentor junior accountants.
• Oversee AR and AP processes.
• Support strategic decision-making.

Skills

Accounting expertise

Financial analysis

Leadership

Budgeting and forecasting

Education

BCom Degree (Honours preferred)

Job description

A reputable finance organization based in Johannesburg North seeks an experienced accountant to lead financial reporting and mentoring of junior staff. The ideal candidate has a BCom degree (Honours preferred) and 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in engineering settings. Responsibilities include budgeting, ensuring compliance with internal controls, and supporting strategic decisions. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact within the organization.