Management Accountant

Dana; Kariega; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Management Accountant to support financial operations. This role involves ensuring accuracy in financial transactions, preparing monthly statements, managing product costing, and providing financial support across departments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance, excellent Excel skills, and a commitment to transparency and accountability. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the company's success and help drive strategic initiatives forward.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a management accountant in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of P&L and Balance Sheet.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy in financial transactions and reporting.
• Prepare and publish monthly financial statements promptly.
• Manage product costing and profitability reporting.

Skills

Financial Accounting

Excel Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

3-Year Tertiary Education in Finance

Tools

MAPICS

SAP

Power BI

Job description

Position : Management Accountant

Reporting to : Plant Financial Controller

General Job Description :

This position supports the accountant in completing basic bookkeeping, clerical, and accounting tasks for the company. It also supports the accounting team with various tasks and projects.

Role & Responsibilities :

• Ensure accuracy and efficiency in financial transactions and reporting.
• Coordinate and direct the preparation of the annual budget and financial forecasts, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
• Analyze variances and provide timely reports to stakeholders.
• Prepare and publish monthly financial statements promptly.
• Manage product costing and product profitability reporting.
• Manage plant productivity initiatives from a controlling perspective.
• Implement and maintain robust internal controls.
• Participate in month-end closing and reporting.
• Oversee financial management of capital projects.
• Provide financial support to other departments to assist in achieving goals.
• Assist in internal and external audits by providing documentation, explanations, and analysis as required, ensuring compliance with audit requirements and regulatory standards.
• Carry out other assignments and projects as directed by the Financial Controller.

Education & Experience :

• Minimum 3-year tertiary education in finance with at least 5 years’ experience as a management accountant in a manufacturing industry, producing monthly management reports.
• Experience working with financial accounting software (preferably MAPICS, SAP, or similar).
• Values transparency, honesty, and demonstrates high conscientiousness.
• Strong understanding of P&L and Balance Sheet, including accruals, prepayments, accrued income, and deferred income.
• Strong Excel skills (financial accounting functions); familiarity with SOX, HFM, and Power BI is a plus.
• Proficient in English communication.
• Problem-solving skills are essential.

Core Competencies :

Strategy – Ability to think and act strategically.

• Lead and act in accordance with the company’s strategy and values.
• Demonstrate strategic problem-solving, good decision-making, and sound judgment.
• Exhibit sound business and technical acumen.
• Maintain a high level of intellectual rigor during problem-solving.

Talent – Ability to build and develop talent.

• Develop self and others.
• Show evidence of continuous learning.
• Demonstrate performance leadership.

Approach – Effective engagement and problem-solving skills.

• Build trust and engage others.
• Contribute to an inclusive team environment.
• Exhibit strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Maintain a professional presence.

Results – Ability to achieve planned results.

• Maintain a strong customer focus through planning and action.
• Act with initiative and urgency.
• Be a change leader with adaptability and continuous improvement.
• Hold oneself and others accountable for results.
• Leverage available resources to achieve results.

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