Remote Management Accountant: Budgeting & Forecasting

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus and medical aid (remote)

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Study leave

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Management Accountant for a fully remote position based in South Africa (Randburg preferred). You will provide budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis to support business decisions.

Key duties include monthly management accounts, variance explanations, KPI reporting, cost accounting, and financial modelling. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in management accounting, a relevant degree and professional qualification, and strong ERP/Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; professional qualification (e.g., CIMA, ACCA, CA(SA)) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in management accounting or financial analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including complex formulas, pivot tables, and macros) and experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain complex financial data; ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage budgets and forecasts, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
• Prepare and analyze monthly management accounts, including variance explanations.
• Conduct financial analysis to support strategic initiatives and operational improvements.
• Monitor KPIs and provide regular reports to management.
• Assist in the development and implementation of management accounting policies and procedures.
• Support cost accounting and inventory valuation processes.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Collaborate with departments to provide financial insights and support.
• Assist in financial modelling and scenario planning.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting to internal stakeholders.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Remote work adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CIMA/ACCA/CA(SA) desirable

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Management Accountant for a fully remote position based in South Africa (Randburg preferred). You will provide budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis to support business decisions.

Key duties include monthly management accounts, variance explanations, KPI reporting, cost accounting, and financial modelling. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in management accounting, a relevant degree and professional qualification, and strong ERP/Excel skills.