Hands-On Financial Controller for Manufacturing

Jackie Cory Recruitment; Oos-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

An experienced, hands-on Accountant / Financial Controller is sought to take ownership of a broad finance function in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role covers accounting, payroll, month-end, reporting, inventory, costing, compliance and team oversight.

You will work closely with senior management, drive process improvements, and ensure accurate financial information. Start date ASAP and salary market-related for the Port Elizabeth area.

Qualifications

• BCom Accounting or relevant equivalent qualification
• 4–7 years' relevant accounting experience
• Hands-on accounting, payroll, month-end & reporting experience
• Excel skills: PivotTables, lookups & analytical schedules
• Strong systems aptitude; Xero or Cin7 experience advantageous
• Manufacturing / production costing experience advantageous
• Completed articles or SAIPA/AGA progress beneficial

Responsibilities

• Full day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping
• Month-end close and management reporting
• Monthly salaries and weekly wages
• Debtors, creditors and reconciliations
• Inventory, costing and variances
• VAT, PAYE, audit and compliance
• Cash flow and working capital information
• Develop junior finance staff
• Liaise with external auditors and advisers
• Improve systems and financial controls

Skills

Accounting

Payroll

Month-end close

Reporting

Excel advanced

Education

BCom Accounting

Tools

Xero

Cin7

Job description

An experienced, hands-on Accountant / Financial Controller is sought to take ownership of a broad finance function in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role covers accounting, payroll, month-end, reporting, inventory, costing, compliance and team oversight.

You will work closely with senior management, drive process improvements, and ensure accurate financial information. Start date ASAP and salary market-related for the Port Elizabeth area.