Remote Management Accountant

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Fully remote

Medical insurance

Development budget

Forward-thinking culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Management Accountant to provide strategic financial insights across the organization. This fully remote role allows you to contribute from anywhere while collaborating with leadership.

You will develop management information systems, KPIs, budgeting, forecasts and financial models to drive profitability. Ideal candidates hold a Master's in Management Accounting or Finance (CIMA preferred) and have at least 8 years FP&A and cost accounting

Qualifications

• Master's degree in related field and professional qualification (e.g., CIMA) required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
• Prepare detailed management reports, analyzing variances and providing actionable insights.
• Design and implement KPIs to track business performance.
• Conduct cost accounting analysis and provide cost-reduction recommendations.
• Support strategic initiatives through financial modeling and scenario planning.
• Collaborate with departmental heads to align financial plans with objectives.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

FP&A analytics

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Management Accounting or Finance

CIMA qualification

Tools

FP&A tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for an experienced Remote Management Accountant to provide strategic financial insights and support decision-making across the organization. This position is entirely remote, allowing you to contribute significantly from any location while collaborating closely with leadership teams. You will be responsible for developing management information systems, performance metrics, and financial forecasts that drive business performance and profitability. This role is ideal for a forward-thinking accountant who excels in analytical tasks and thrives in an independent, results-oriented work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
• Prepare detailed management reports, analyzing variances and providing actionable insights.
• Design and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) to track business performance.
• Conduct cost accounting analysis and provide recommendations for cost reduction.
• Support strategic initiatives through financial modeling and scenario planning.
• Collaborate with departmental heads to align financial plans with business objectives.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Management Accounting, Finance, or related field; professional qualification (e.g., CIMA) required.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in management accounting or financial analysis.
• Expertise in financial planning and analysis (FP&A) tools and methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a business acumen.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, effective for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Premium salary package with substantial bonus potential.
• Fully remote work structure, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical, disability, and life insurance coverage.
• Generous professional development budget and career progression support.
• A forward-thinking company culture accessible from Vereeniging .