Group Management Accountant

Darwin Recruitment; Umhlanga Rocks; Hybrid; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a highly skilled Group Management Accountant to join their dynamic finance team in Umhlanga, South Africa. This hybrid role involves preparing consolidated management accounts, analysing financial performance, and collaborating with internal teams. Candidates should have qualifications such as CA(SA) or CIMA, along with at least 3 years of relevant experience. A competitive salary starting from R25,000+ per month is offered, with opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary starting from R25,000+

Hybrid working model: 4 days in office, 1 day from home

Supportive team culture and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a management accounting or group finance role.
• Experience with strategic financial planning and performance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and consolidate monthly management accounts across multiple entities.
• Analyse financial performance and provide insights to senior leadership.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Support group reporting and compliance with accounting standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve financial processes and controls.
• Liaise with auditors and external stakeholders as required.

Skills

Qualified CA(SA) or CIMA accountant

Strong Excel and financial modelling skills

Excellent communication and analytical skills

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., Sage, SAP)

Job description

Overview

Group Management Accountant

Location: Umhlanga, South Africa (Hybrid – 4 days in office, 1 day remote)

Salary: R25,000+ per month (depending on experience)

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

Darwin are seeking a highly skilled and qualified Group Management Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment with exposure to strategic financial planning and performance analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and consolidate monthly management accounts across multiple entities.
• Analyse financial performance and provide insights to senior leadership.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Support group reporting and compliance with accounting standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve financial processes and controls.
• Liaise with auditors and external stakeholders as required.

Requirements

• Qualified CA(SA) or CIMA accountant.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a management accounting or group finance role.
• Strong Excel and financial modelling skills.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Sage, SAP, or similar).
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary starting from R25,000+ per month, based on experience.
• Hybrid working model: 4 days in office, 1 day from home.
• Supportive team culture and career development opportunities.
• Office located in the vibrant coastal town of Umhlanga.

How to Apply

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