Financial Accountant

FROGG Recruitment; Wes-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

FROGG Recruitment seeks a Financial Accountant for a client in the Cape Town area. The role offers hybrid working arrangements and focuses on accurate financial reporting, efficiency, and regulatory compliance across FMCG/retail operations.

You will manage a small finance team and deliver IFRS/GAAP-compliant statements, with emphasis on profitability analysis and cost control. Prior experience in retail/franchise sectors is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years post-qualification experience (SAIPA/SAICA/CIMA).
• Qualified Financial Accountant with professional designation.
• Experience in FMCG/retail/franchise environments is a plus.
• Demonstrated team leadership and staff development ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small finance team of 3 staff members.
• Deliver monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Prepare consolidated IFRS/GAAP-compliant statements.
• Analyze profitability and cost drivers across operations.
• Manage cash flow and liquidity across units.
• Provide variance analysis and commentary to senior management.
• Oversee payroll and supplier reconciliations.
• Ensure audit readiness and internal controls.

Skills

Team management

IFRS/GAAP

Financial analysis

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

SAICA/SAIPA/CIMA qualification

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

Financial Accountant V&A Waterfront Cape Town

Are you a Financial Accountant looking to step into a Financial Controller/FM role? Our commercial client in retail and FMCG is looking for a qualified Financial Accountant with 2–3 years post-SAIPA OR SAICA OR CIMA experience from an accounting firm. You must be a commercially-minded Financial Accountant preferably from the retail, FMCG, or franchise industry. This hands-on role ensures financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance while supporting business profitability and growth. You will manage a small finance team and deliver comprehensive financial reporting across their operations.

Salary: Highly Negotiable - 1-2 days HYBRID and Flexi time

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Professional Qualification (REQUIRED) SAICA, SAIPA, or CIMA
• 3 years plus post-qualification accounting experience
• Experience in FMCG, retail, QSR, or franchise environments (added bonus)
• Demonstrated team management and staff development experience
• Proficiency in accounting software (ERP systems preferred)

• Supervise and develop a team of 3 staff members (Creditors Manager, Payroll Manager, and Accountant)
• Financial Reporting & Analysis**
• Prepare and present monthly financial statements and management accounts
• Compile consolidated financial statements in accordance with IFRS/GAAP standards
• Analyse departmental and operational profitability (sales, cost of goods sold, labour, overheads)
• Monitor and report on key cost drivers (food costs, labour, expenses)
• Provide variance analysis and financial commentary to senior management
• Compliance & Controls
• Maintain general ledger accuracy and reconciliations
• Oversee the Creditors Manager to ensure accurate supplier reconciliations and payments
• Review and approve payroll with the Payroll Manager
• Maintain audit readiness and internal control frameworks
• Monitor cash flow and liquidity across operations
• Work with different departments and operations to identify cost-saving opportunities
• Provide financial insights to drive profitability and efficiency