Group Financial Accountant — Consolidated Finance in FMCG

Sagen Advisory; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 420 000; Full time

Job summary

A local professional services firm is seeking an experienced accounting professional to manage financial functions for a group of companies. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, completed relevant articles, and minimum 3 years of experience. Responsibilities include compiling management accounts, preparing independent review files, and managing tax compliance. This position offers a salary range of R300,000 to R420,000 based on experience and requires strong attention to detail and good communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years accounting and finance experience.
• Completion of SAIPA, SAICA or CIMA articles required.
• Professional qualification such as PA(SA), AGA(SA) or CIMA designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Compile monthly Management Accounts.
• Prepare yearly Independent Review files for group companies.
• Review accounting processing and provide assistance where necessary.
• Manage tax for group and individuals.
• Perform VAT review, management and submissions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Advanced Excel skills

Accounting system experience (QuickBooks, Caseware, Xero)

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or similar

Completed SAICA, SAIPA, CIMA articles

Tools

QuickBooks

Caseware

Xero Accounting

Job description

A local professional services firm is seeking an experienced accounting professional to manage financial functions for a group of companies. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, completed relevant articles, and minimum 3 years of experience. Responsibilities include compiling management accounts, preparing independent review files, and managing tax compliance. This position offers a salary range of R300,000 to R420,000 based on experience and requires strong attention to detail and good communication skills.