Financial Accountant

Network Recruitment; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in South Africa is looking for a Financial Accountant based in Pietermaritzburg. This role offers the opportunity to manage financial health and provide critical support across finance and operations. Ideal candidates will have a Bcom degree, completed articles, and at least 2 years of relevant experience in finance. Join a fast-paced and supportive environment that promotes professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years within a similar role is required.
• Ability to prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Strong understanding of payroll functions.

Responsibilities

• Preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Payroll function included such as VIP processing, admin related tasks.
• Ensuring accurate processing and reconciliation of accounts.
• Assisting with budgets, forecasts, and cash flow management.
• Supporting audits and compliance requirements.

Skills

Financial reporting

Payroll processing

Budgeting

Audit support

Education

Bcom degree in a related field

Completed SAICA or SAIPA articles

Job description

Overview

SUMMARY :

Turn your accounting skills into business success!

Position Info

Are you a newly qualified professional ready to make your mark beyond articles? This is your chance to join a growing business that blends technology, service, and efficiency to keep companies running at their best. We are representing a well-established company in the office automation space. With a strong focus on innovation and efficiency, they provide tailored solutions that help clients save time, reduce costs, and streamline operations. Their culture is fast-paced, supportive, and geared toward empowering young professionals to thrive and grow. As the Financial Accountant, based in Pietermaritzburg. You will play a key role in managing the financial health of the business. This position offers you the opportunity to step into the commercial environment and gain broad exposure across finance and operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports


• Payroll function included such as VIP processing, admin related tasks


• Ensuring accurate processing and reconciliation of accounts


• Assisting with budgets, forecasts, and cash flow management


• Supporting audits and compliance requirements

Qualifications

• Bcom degree in a related field required


• Completed SAICA or SAIPA articles


• 2+ years within a similar role