Financial Accountant

TWK Agri (Pty) Ltd.; Mpumalanga; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the grain industry is seeking a Financial Accountant in Piet Retief, Mpumalanga. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of financial records, managing financial closure processes, and conducting financial analyses. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and finance, possess relevant qualifications, and demonstrate effective communication skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to continuous improvement and excellence in financial management.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years' experience in financial accounting is required.
• Professional qualification such as CA(SA) or CIMA is advantageous.
• Bilingual in English and Afrikaans is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure integrity and accuracy of financial records through proper transaction recording.
• Prepare monthly general ledger reconciliations and conduct regular audits.
• Provide financial insights and reporting to support senior management decisions.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

MS Office

Accounting Systems

Job description

TWK Agri has the following vacancy available: Financial Accountant within the Grain division at Piet Retief, Mpumalanga.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial records through proper transaction recording, verification, and reconciliation
• Manage the month-end and year-end closure processes
• Prepare monthly general ledger reconciliations and perform regular audits to resolve discrepancies
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes to ensure timely, accurate processing and reconciliation
• Compile budgets and financial forecasts in collaboration with relevant departments
• Analyse budget variances and provide financial recommendations
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and support audit processes
• Conduct financial analysis to highlight trends, risks, and improvement areas
• Oversee inventory accounting and perform physical counts for Grain Marketing
• Manage capital and conduct asset verifications for Grain Marketing and Silo Services
• Monitor and control capital within approved budgets and conduct physical asset verifications for Grain Marketing and Silo Services
• Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement for Grain Marketing and Silo Services
• Provide financial insights and reporting to support senior management decisions
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration across teams

Qualifications and Skills

• Matric / Grade 12
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5–7 years' experience in financial accounting
• Professional qualification such as CA(SA) or CIMA (advantageous)
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• High proficiency in Accounting systems
• Understanding of the Grain industry and its financial dynamics
• Familiarity with accounting standards, compliance and audit processes
• Extensive knowledge of financial accounting principles and practices
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving ability
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong communication skills
• Bilingual in English and Afrikaans (advantageous)
• Valid driver's license (Code 08)
• Willing to travel
• Based in Piet Retief or Pretoria but willing to travel to Piet Retief on a regular basis

*The company can expire job adverts at any time at their own discretion.