Management Accountant Mr Price Home

Mr Price Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Mr Price Group in Durban is seeking a Management Accountant to lead forecasting and analysis of management accounts, providing high-quality financial insights to support business growth.

Responsibilities include monthly forecasts, financial analysis, reporting packs, auditor liaison, budgeting support, and ad hoc finance projects. CA(SA) with 2–3 years post-articles and strong Excel skills preferred.

Qualifications

• CA(SA) qualification is required.
• 2–3 years' post-articles experience is advantageous.
• Exposure to Retail and FMCG industries is advantageous but not essential.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and updating monthly financial forecasts.
• Conducting financial analysis.
• Preparing half-year and year-end reporting packs.
• Liaising with auditors during key reporting periods.
• Assisting in the preparation of annual budgets and strategy packs.
• Preparing monthly management accounts and performing financial forecasting and report writing.
• Assisting with ad hoc projects where Finance input is required.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

MS Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

CA(SA)

Job description

Job Description

The Management Accountant leads the forecasting and analysis of management accounts, delivering high-quality financial insights to support business growth

Responsibilities

• Preparing and updating monthly financial forecasts
• Conducting financial analysis
• Preparing half-year and year-end reporting packs
• Liaising with auditors during key reporting periods
• Assisting in the preparation of annual budgets and strategy packs
• Preparing monthly management accountsPerforming financial forecasting and report writing
• Assisting with ad hoc projects where Finance input is required

Qualifications

• Qualified and registered CA(SA)
• 2-3 years' post-articles experience is advantageous
• Exposure to the Retail and FMCG industries during or post articles is advantageous but not essential
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Excel

Attributes

• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to take initiative
• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate across functions
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong deadline orientation with the ability to prioritise effectively
• High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail
• Displays strong learning agility and leadership potential, with the ability to progress from entry-level to senior leadership over time
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Effective stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to interact confidently across the wider business

Mr Price is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity