Financial Accountant

Accredited Resource Consulting Services (Pty) Ltd; eMalahleni; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organization in the manufacturing sector seeks a meticulous Financial Accountant to support operations across two sites. The role will focus on accurate reporting, compliance, and performance tracking, with responsibilities including financial reporting and maintaining ledgers. The ideal candidate will possess a B Compt, strong analytical skills, and experience in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Solid understanding of financial processes and statutory compliance.
• Strong analytical and numerical ability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate monthly financial reports and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and internal policies.
• Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Accounting

Education

B Compt with completed articles

Job description

A well-established organisation in the manufacturing sector is looking for a meticulous and deadline-driven Financial Accountant to support operations across two sites: Ogies and Leslie. This role reports into the Financial Manager and will play a key part in driving accurate reporting, compliance, and performance tracking for both locations.
The ideal candidate will be confident working in a fast-paced environment, with strong technical accounting skills, attention to detail, and a focus on continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate monthly financial reports and variance analysis against budgets and targets
• Support root cause analysis and action plans on performance deviations
• Review, validate and report actual results to Head Office, including commentary and proposed actions
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, relevant legislation, and internal company policies
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, journals, and fixed asset registers
• Oversee VAT allocation, capital expenditure tracking, and consumables reporting
• Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations
• Prepare month-end audit files and ensure accuracy and completeness
• Support internal functional audits and ensure sign-off by senior management
• Oversee creditor account creation and ensure policy compliance
• Process customer returns, credit notes, and accruals for goods and services

Minimum Requirements:

• B Compt with completed articles, plus at least 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
• Solid understanding of financial processes, internal controls, and statutory compliance
• Strong analytical and numerical ability with a structured and logical approach
• Proficient communication and presentation skills
• Ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure
• Commercially astute with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable engaging with internal teams and external stakeholders

Desired Skills:

• Accounting
• accountant
• financial accounting