Management Accountant

Exceed HR and Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Cape Town is seeking a Management Accountant to manage full accounting functions up to trial balance. Responsibilities include preparing monthly management accounts, variances analysis, reconciliations, and supporting the annual audit process. Candidates should have a BCom/BAcc degree and at least three years' experience. Strong Excel skills are essential, and a valid driver's licence is required.

Qualifications

• Completed articles advantageous.
• At least three years’ relevant experience.
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Full accounting function up to trial balance.
• Preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Reconciliations including bank and balance sheet.

Skills

Strong administrative skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Ability to work independently

Education

BCom/BAcc degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Business Central (NAV)

Job description

Management Accountant required in Epping, Cape Town.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Full accounting function up to trial balance.
• Preparation of monthly management accounts, including variance, cost and margin analysis.
• Reconciliations (bank, balance sheet, creditors).
• Tracking and reporting budget vs actual performance.
• Cashflow forecasting and liquidity monitoring.
• VAT and other statutory/third-party submissions.
• Assisting with annual budgets and quarterly reforecasts.
• Supporting the annual audit process.
• Maintaining and improving financial controls and reporting processes.
• Liaising with managers to provide financial insights for decision-making.

Minimum Requirements:

• A BCom/BAcc degree or equivalent (completed articles advantageous).
• At least three years’ relevant experience.
• Strong administrative, analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership and perform under pressure.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel & Word skills.
• Experience with Business Central (NAV) advantageous.
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport.