Management Accountant

Exceed HR and Recruitment; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Management Accountant in Blackheath, Cape Town. The ideal candidate will have CA/CIMA qualifications and 5-7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include developing operational reports, managing master data, and improving procurement processes. Strong skills in Power BI and ERP systems are essential. This role offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for process efficiency improvement.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years relevant experience in manufacturing/plastics, working with large datasets.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage/support staff.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a track record in process efficiency improvements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver operational reports for stakeholders.
• Design and improve Power BI-based reporting solutions.
• Review and enhance procurement processes and develop reporting frameworks.

Skills

MS Office

SQL

Power BI

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

CA / CIMA qualified or part qualified

Tools

ERP systems

Analytics/AI tools

Job description

Management Accountant required in Blackheath, Cape Town.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop, standardise, and deliver daily, weekly, monthly, and annual operational reports for stakeholders (e.g., Budget vs Actual, Projections, Efficiencies, Material Usage).
• Design, implement, and continuously improve Power BI-based reporting solutions for business users.
• Manage and maintain specified master data tables within ERP systems and related databases, ensuring proper procedures, governance, and change management controls.
• Review and enhance procurement processes, drive efficiencies, and develop improved reporting frameworks to support decision-making.
• Compile annual branch and capital budgets.
• Administer and maintain all pricing-related data, including buying groups, customer groups, national price lists, and associated ERP tables.
• Lead initiatives to collect, analyse, and report business information aimed at improving profitability and operational performance.
• Ensure compliance with, and continuous improvement of, existing practices, policies, standards, and procedures.
• Manage, mentor, and support staff within the department and across the broader business.

Requirements:

• CA / CIMA qualified or part qualified.
• 5-7 years relevant experience, preferably in manufacturing/plastics and working with large datasets.
• Strong skills in MS Office, ERP systems, SQL, Power BI, and analytics/Al tools.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage/support staff.
• Knowledge of financial and operational functions; exposure to warehousing and distribution advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a track record in process efficiency improvements.
• Experience in staff supervision, coaching, and training.