Management Accountant

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Online training

Remote team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Management Accountant in Centurion to drive financial performance and strategic insights. This remote role collaborates with cross-functional teams to analyze costs, develop budgets, and implement financial controls.

The ideal candidate holds CA/CIMA/ACCA, 6+ years in management accounting, and advanced Excel with ERP experience. You will deliver management reports, variance analysis, and drive process improvements while maintaining data integrity.

Qualifications

• CA qualification or equivalent (CIMA/ACCA) required.
• Minimum 6 years in management accounting or financial analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills and ERP experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and analyze budgets, forecasts, and financial models.
• Prepare management reports with variance analysis and KPIs.
• Conduct cost accounting analysis and identify cost reductions.
• Monitor KPIs and provide actionable recommendations.
• Support implementation of financial systems and process improvements.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of management accounting data.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Remote collaboration

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Budgeting

Forecasting

Education

CA / CIMA / ACCA

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

A leading industrial company based in Centurion is seeking a highly analytical Management Accountant to drive financial performance and strategic insights. This role is integral to providing management with the financial information needed for effective decision-making and operational planning. You will work remotely, collaborating with teams across different departments to analyze costs, develop budgets, and implement financial controls. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking organization that embraces flexible work arrangements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and analyze budgets, forecasts, and financial models.
• Prepare management reports, including variance analysis and performance metrics.
• Conduct cost accounting analysis and identify areas for cost reduction.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide actionable recommendations.
• Assist in the implementation of financial systems and process improvements.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of management accounting data.

Requirements

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification or equivalent (e.g., CIMA, ACCA).
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in management accounting or financial analysis.
• Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, particularly for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement for optimal work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Access to online training and professional development resources.
• Dynamic and supportive remote team culture.