Financial Accountant | Stellenbosch

Network Recruitment; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Professional development

Exposure to senior leadership

Job summary

Network Recruitment in Stellenbosch, South Africa, seeks an experienced financial professional to manage the accounts payable cycle, VAT compliance, and monthly reporting within a structured finance environment.

The role offers exposure to senior finance leadership, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and long-term career growth within a vibrant mining-adjacent sector. Strong Excel and VAT knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or related field.
• 3-5 years' experience in financial accounting, accounts payable, or similar finance role.
• Strong understanding of VAT and statutory compliance requirements.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Sage, SAP, Oracle.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including purchase orders, goods receipt processing, invoice matching, and supplier reconciliations.
• Review and accurately allocate bank transactions, ensuring timely reconciliations and cash management.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns while ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with revenue analysis and financial performance reporting.
• Support the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Liaise with external auditors and provide audit support documentation.
• Participate in various finance projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Assist with financial controls, reporting accuracy, and adherence to company policies.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Sage

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including purchase orders, goods receipt processing, invoice matching, and supplier reconciliations.
• Review and accurately allocate bank transactions, ensuring timely reconciliations and cash management.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns while ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with revenue analysis and financial performance reporting.
• Support the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Liaise with external auditors and provide audit support documentation.
• Participate in various finance projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Assist with financial controls, reporting accuracy, and adherence to company policies.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3-5 years' experience in a financial accounting, accounts payable, or similar finance role.
• Experience working within a structured finance environment.
• Strong understanding of VAT and statutory compliance requirements.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.

Advantageous Experience

• Experience within the mining, resources, manufacturing, engineering, or heavy industrial sectors.
• Exposure to ERP systems such as Sage, SAP, Oracle, or similar accounting platforms.
• Experience with procure-to-pay processes and supplier management.
• Previous involvement in audit preparation and management reporting.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage high volumes of transactions efficiently.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to take ownership of responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proactive, solutions-driven approach.
• High levels of integrity and professionalism.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary package of R500,000 R650,000 per annum.
• Exposure to a broad finance function within a growing mining environment.
• Opportunity to work closely with senior finance leadership.
• Long-term career growth and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative and high-performance team cultur