Financial Accountant

Progressive International; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the agriculture sector seeks a detail-oriented finance professional based in Pretoria. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Accounting and 5-7 years of experience in financial accounting. Key responsibilities include managing financial records, conducting analyses, and ensuring compliance with financial standards. The role demands strong analytical skills and offers opportunities for collaboration across various teams.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of proven experience in financial accounting.
• 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.
• Manage month-end and year-end closure processes.
• Conduct financial analysis to highlight trends and risks.

Skills

Analytical

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Matric / Grade 12

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

JOB PURPOSE: We are seeking a results-driven and detail-oriented finance professional with a strong grounding in accounting principles and a sound understanding of the grain/agriculture sector. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can operate effectively both independently and as part of a broader finance team.
Minimum Requirements:

• Matric / Grade 12
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (essential)
• 5–7 years of proven experience in a financial accounting role
• Professional qualification such as CA(SA) or CIMA (advantageous but not mandatory)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong working knowledge of financial systems and accounting software
• In-depth understanding of financial accounting standards, compliance requirements, and audit procedures
• Solid grasp of financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting, and forecasting
• Experience or knowledge of the Grain industry and its financial structures (preferred)

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

Core Competencies:

• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• A proactive approach to identifying risks and implementing controls
• Professional, adaptable, and collaborative in team environments
• Bilingual in English and Afrikaans (advantageous)

Additional Requirements:

• Valid Code 08 driver’s license
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly between Pretoria and Piet Retief
• Must be based in Pretoria or Piet Retief, or willing to commute

Desired Skills:

• financial reporting
• reconciliations
• budgeting
• and forecasting
• Agriculture silo
• industry exp
• analytical