General Ledger Accountant

Daimler Truck Southern Africa Ltd; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial vehicle manufacturer in Pretoria is seeking a Financial Operations Lead to ensure accurate financial reporting and IFRS compliance. You will oversee the financial close, manage the outsourced shared service center, and guide junior team members. The ideal candidate holds a CA(SA) and has strong IFRS and financial reporting experience, along with excellent analytical and communication skills. This role is essential to maintaining operational excellence and effective governance.

Qualifications

• Must have Matric.
• CA(SA) qualification is essential.
• Experience in SAP is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly financial close process.
• Manage the performance of the outsourced SSC.
• Provide guidance and oversight to junior team members.
• Reconcile intercompany balances.
• Serve as project lead for the annual external audit.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

IFRS reporting

Proficiency in MS Office Suite

Education

Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting

Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))

Tools

SAP

Job description

About Us Since the invention of the truck over years ago, Daimler Truck AG has been a pioneer in the commercial vehicle sector and is today one of the world's largest commercial vehicle manufacturers.

Established in South Africa over 60 years ago, Daimler Truck Southern Africa Ltd together with its subsidiaries Daimler Truck Financial Services South Africa (Pty) Ltd and Sandown Motor Holdings (Pty) Ltd provides an optimal experience for our esteemed customers based on a comprehensive products and services portfolio.

The Group's success is based on its leading brands inclusive of Mercedes-Benz Trucks, Mercedes-Benz Buses, and FUSO Trucks in addition to offering parts and services for Freightliner and Western Star Trucks.

Its product range is backed by its market-leading value-added services in Fleetboard, TruckStore, TruckTraining, and Financial Services.

With a Southern African footprint that includes South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho, Botswana, Eswatini, Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Zambia, the company is headquartered in Pretoria, the capital city of South Africa, and all its products are assembled locally in its East London production plant.

Job Overview

This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate financial reporting, IFRS compliance, and operational excellence across core accounting functions. You will lead the financial close, manage intercompany and lease accounting, oversee the outsourced Shared Service Centre (SSC), and take full ownership of ESG reporting, annual financial statements and external audit coordination. The role also includes oversight of junior team member(s).

Financial Operations & Reporting

Lead the monthly financial close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and GL allocations. Deliver monthly financial and cash flow reports to senior management, including those charged with governance. Ensure compliance with global reporting deadlines and statutory submissions (e.g., Stats SA).

Shared Service Centre Oversight

Manage the performance of the outsourced SSC, focusing on KPIs, service quality, and issue resolution. Review and approve SSC-prepared journals and reconciliations.

Team Leadership

Provide guidance and oversight to junior team member(s), supporting their development and ensuring high-quality output.

Transactional Accounting

Reconcile intercompany balances and resolve discrepancies to ensure adequate intercompany consolidation processes. Manage goods-in-transit valuations and lease accounting under IFRS 16. Oversee fixed asset and payroll accounting, ensuring accurate processing and reporting.

Technical Accounting & Advisory

Provide IFRS-compliant guidance on complex accounting treatments. Draft technical accounting papers and monitor changes in standards.

Audit Leadership

Serve as project lead for the annual external audit, managing timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder co-ordination. Prepare standalone and consolidated Annual Financial Statements in line with JSE listing requirements.

ESG Ownership

Own and drive ESG reporting and framework development across the entity. Collaborate with internal teams to embed ESG principles into financial and operational processes.

Governance & Controls

Execute and oversee Internal Control System (ICS) responsibilities. Serve as IC System Manager and Coordinator for DTSA.

Qualifications

Must have Matric, with Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting. Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) is essential. Experience in SAP is advantageous. Strong IFRS and financial reporting experience. Excellent analytical skills. Proficiency in MS Office Suite and IFRS knowledge. Stakeholder engagement skills. Excellent communication skills (oral and written).

Employment Equity & Diversity

• Employment Equity Plan in terms of the Employment Equity Act, No 58.
• Code of good practice on the employment of people with disabilities.

Eligibility

All qualified applicants will be considered; however, foreign nationals must qualify for a work visa or permit as per the provisions of the Immigration Act 13.

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Application Closing Date

Application closing date : 15 September.