Management Accountant

Snatch | Accounting & Finance Headhunters; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium retailer in De Waterkant, Cape Town is seeking a skilled Management Accountant to join their finance team. This role involves managing accounting operations, leading inventory processes, and monitoring financial performance. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Competitive salary of R30,000 - R35,000 CTC per month offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years accounting experience focusing on stock and inventory accounting.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and cost management.
• Detail-oriented individual capable of handling fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations including payables and receivables.
• Lead inventory accounting, ensuring accurate stock levels.
• Monitor cash flow and support budgeting processes.

Skills

Financial cost control

Inventory management

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CIMA, SAIPA, SAICA qualification

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Management Accountant

Location: De Waterkant, Cape Town

Experience: 3 - 5 years of accounting experience

Type: Full-time

About the company

A premium retailer is on a mission to find a motivated Management Accountant to join their finance team in De Waterkant, Cape Town.

This role is ideal for someone who excels in financial cost control, and maintaining accurate inventory and stock records. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and be comfortable handling day-to-day financial operations.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the day-to-day accounting operations, including account payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.
• Lead inventory accounting processes, ensuring accurate recording and reconciliation of stock levels, movements, and valuations.
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies.
• Monitor and manage cash flow, working capital, and financial performance.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes by providing key financial insights.
• Collaborate with the operations team to optimize stock control, reduce waste, and improve inventory turnover.
• Assist in the preparation of year-end financial statements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance (or equivalent).
• Professional qualification (CIMA, SAIPA, SAICA) beneficial
• Minimum of 3 years relevant accounting experience with a focus on stock/inventory accounting.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and cost management.

Salary & Benefits

• R30 000 - R35 000 CTC per month. (Highly dependent on candidate experience and qualifications).