Senior Accountant (Household Goods & Kitchenware) (JB5786)

Kontak Recruitment; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a professional Senior Accountant for a company in Limpopo. The ideal candidate will have an Accounting BCom degree with completed Articles and 5–10 years of related experience. Responsibilities include financial reporting, cash flow management, and maintaining accurate financial records. The role offers a salary ranging from R38,000 to R40,000 per month, with a focus on compliance and oversight across business units. Applicants must be able to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years’ related accounting experience is required.
• Experience in preparing management accounts and financial reports.
• Knowledge of statutory returns including Income Tax, VAT, PAYE, UIF.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly group management accounts and related financial reports.
• Compile operational and analytical reports across business units.
• Monitor and manage daily cash flow planning.

Skills

Strong knowledge of accepted accounting principles and practices

Proven cash flow management experience

Computer literacy in accounting software

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Education

Accounting BCom degree with completed Articles

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Senior Accountant (Household Goods & Kitchenware) (JB5786)

• Reference: Senior Accountant (Household Goods & Kitchenware)

Overview

Senior Accountant (Household Goods & Kitchenware) (JB5786)
Tzaneen, Limpopo
R38 000 to R40 000 a month CTC
Permanent

An established company is looking for a professional and experienced Senior Accountant to support its finance function at head office level. The role is responsible for financial reporting, statutory compliance, budgeting consolidation, cash flow management, and oversight of accounting operations across multiple business units. The position requires strong technical accounting expertise, hands-on financial management experience, and the ability to work accurately under pressure while meeting strict reporting deadlines.

Minimum Requirements

• Accounting BCom degree with completed Articles
• 5–10 years’ related accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of accepted accounting principles and practices
• Experience in preparing management accounts and financial reports
• Knowledge of statutory returns including Income Tax, VAT, PAYE, UIF, and Workman’s Compensation
• Proven cash flow management experience
• Computer literacy in accounting software, MS Excel, MS Word, and email
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict reporting deadlines

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly group management accounts and related financial reports
• Compile operational and analytical reports across business units and regions
• Consolidate annual budgets and manage budget inputs
• Prepare and submit statutory returns in line with legislation and accounting standards
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close
• Monitor and manage daily cash flow planning, control, and reporting
• Establish, implement, and monitor accounting control procedures
• Resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities
• Maintain accurate financial databases and supporting working papers
• Liaise with internal and external auditors during audits
• Manage, mentor, and evaluate finance subordinates
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and relevant legislation
• Communicate financial information effectively to management and staff

Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.

Disclaimer

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• Equal opportunity: All backgrounds are welcomed, with no bias. All are considered based on requirements.
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Kontak Recruitment is a Pastel Certified Recruiter which specializes in the recruitment of personnel on all career levels including the placement of temporary, contract as well as permanent staffing. We focus on candidates' needs and provide a personalised approach in delivering excellent service.

Kontak Recruitment conducts business in an ethical and honest manner. We aim to build long-term relationships that benefit all parties. We offer a responsible and personalised service to clients and candidates and promote equal opportunities for all employees. All positions and applications remain confidential protecting the rights and interests of both the client and the candidates.

Our core focus is delivering staffing solutions in the niche fields of Pastel consultants, finance, and office support. We include extensive reference and qualification checks as well as criminal and credit checks. Our focus is on quality and we present efficient and integrated ways of satisfying skills needs.

Permanent staff placements – We strive to find the right fit and provide support to client and candidate during the first three months of employment.

Temporary and Contract placements – We offer immediate access to staff on all levels on a flexible basis. Kontak Recruitment administers the payroll and all statutory returns.

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