Financial Accountant

RecruitMyMom; Milnerton; Hybrid; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable textile and homeware supplier in South Africa is seeking a Financial Accountant to manage financial reporting and compliance in a flexible working environment. This role involves preparing management accounts, managing closed processes, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Candidates should have a strong background in inventory and cost accounting and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience. The position offers a 3-day work week with average flexible working hours around 5 hours per day.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience as a Financial Accountant.
• Strong knowledge of inventory and cost accounting.
• Proven ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts in accordance with IFRS.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate posting of journals.
• Prepare annual financial statements for audit purposes.
• Prepare and submit VAT201 returns.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

Montague Gardens, Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 20/01/2026

A well-established textile and homeware supplier with a strong footprint in the South African market is seeking an analytical individual with high attention to detail to join their finance team. This is a 3-day work week (in-office) with flexible working hours, average around 5 hours per day.

The company supplies high-quality products to major retail and wholesale clients and is known for its strong operational performance, long-standing relationships, and commitment to excellence.

This flexible working environment will offer you the opportunity of playing a key role in managing the company’s financial reporting, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, supporting month‑end and year‑end processes, and providing accurate financial information to support business decision‑making. The role requires strong attention to detail, solid technical accounting skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, stock‑driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare monthly management accounts in accordance with IFRS / IFRS for SMEs.

Manage month‑end and year‑end close processes.

Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate posting of journals.

Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances.

Prepare annual financial statements for audit purposes.

Liaise with external auditors and respond to audit queries.

Tax & Statutory Compliance (South Africa)

Prepare and submit VAT201 returns and ensure VAT compliance in line with SARS requirements.

Assist with corporate income tax calculations and provisional tax submissions (IRP6).

Ensure compliance with the Companies Act and other relevant legislation.

Ensure full compliance of PAYE, UIF, and SDL in accordance with SARS legislation.

Inventory & Cost Accounting

Oversee inventory accounting, including stock valuation, cost of sales, and obsolescence provisions.

Ensure accurate treatment of imports, duties, freight, and landed costs.

Support gross margin analysis across product ranges.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Flow

Assist with annual budgets and periodic forecasts.

Monitor cash flow and working capital.

Support management with financial analysis and reporting.

Systems & Process Improvement

Maintain and improve financial controls and processes.

Support finance system upgrades and improvements.

Ensure accurate master data and financial system integrity.

Creditors (Accounts Payable)

Maintain full control of the creditors ledger.

Prepare and review weekly and monthly payment runs.

Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies timeously.

Ensure correct VAT treatment on supplier invoices.

Maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and resolve payment-related queries.

Debtors (Accounts Receivable)

Maintain full control of the debtors ledger.

Allocate receipts and clear customer accounts accurately.

Follow up on late and outstanding payments in line with credit policies.

Prepare and review age analyses and manage collections.

Investigate and resolve customer account queries.

Assist with credit control procedures and bad debt provisions.

Cash Flow & Reconciliations

Perform regular debtor and creditor reconciliations.

Ensure debtor and creditor balances reconcile to the general ledger.

Support cash flow forecasting through accurate receivables and payables data.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

8 years’ experience as a Financial Accountant.

Strong knowledge of inventory and cost accounting.

Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem‑solving skills.

Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.

Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

3 day work week (in‑office) with flexible working hours, average around 5 hours per day.

Possible hybrid working arrangements may be considered in the future.