Senior Accountant

Network Finance; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance seeks a Senior Accountant for a 6-month contract to join the finance team. You will partner with operations, manufacturing and commercial teams to drive financial performance and support strategic decisions in a fast-paced FMCG/pharma environment.

You will prepare month-end management accounts, manage close cycles, ensure IFRS compliance and support budgeting and cash flow management with strong attention to ledger integrity and stock reconciliation.

Qualifications

• CA(SA) qualification is required.
• Minimum 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in FMCG, Pharmaceutical, Manufacturing, or Production environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Oversee general ledger integrity and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management.
• Ensure IFRS, tax legislation and statutory compliance.
• Monitor inventory accounting and stock reconciliations.

Skills

CA(SA)

4+ years experience

FMCG/Pharma exp

Job description

Our client is a well-established and growing leader within the FMCG and Pharmaceutical sector, renowned for its commitment to quality, innovation, and operational excellence. As the business continues to expand, an exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Senior Accountant to join their finance team for a 6-month contract.

This role offers far more than traditional accounting responsibilities. The successful candidate will be a key business partner, collaborating with operational, manufacturing, and commercial teams to drive financial performance, improve efficiencies, and support strategic decision-making. If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your expertise directly contributes to business success, this opportunity is for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Manage month-end and year-end reporting processes
• Oversee general ledger integrity and balance sheet reconciliations
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, tax legislation, and statutory requirements
• Monitor inventory accounting and stock reconciliations

Job Experience and Skills Required:

• Qualified CA(SA)
• 4+ years’ relevant experience
• Previous experience within FMCG, Pharmaceutical, Manufacturing, or Production environments