Remote Management Accountant - Budgeting & Analytics

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Management Accountant to join a leading agricultural technology organization. This fully remote role offers the flexibility to contribute strategic financial insights from anywhere, while the George, Western Cape location remains the registered base.

You will prepare monthly management accounts, budgets and forecasts, develop performance dashboards, and partner with remote teams across the business to drive efficiency and informed decision‑making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or related field.
• Professional qualification such as CIMA/ACCA is strongly preferred.
• 4–6 years of experience in management accounting or financial analysis.
• Strong understanding of management accounting principles and practices.
• Advanced Excel skills and data modeling experience.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and variance analysis.
• Lead budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
• Create and present financial reports and dashboards to senior management.
• Analyze cost drivers, profitability, and efficiency improvements.
• Develop financial models and business cases as needed.
• Ensure data integrity for decision-making.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem solving

Remote work discipline

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CIMA/ACCA qualification

Tools

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Financial reporting tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Management Accountant to join a leading agricultural technology organization. This fully remote role offers the flexibility to contribute strategic financial insights from anywhere, while the George, Western Cape location remains the registered base.

You will prepare monthly management accounts, budgets and forecasts, develop performance dashboards, and partner with remote teams across the business to drive efficiency and informed decision‑making.