Senior Accountant (Household Goods & Kitchenware) (JB5786)

Recruitment; Tzaneen; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable firm in Tzaneen, Limpopo, is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to support financial operations. Responsibilities include managing financial reporting, ensuring statutory compliance, and overseeing accounting across multiple units. Candidates should have an Accounting BCom degree and 5–10 years of relevant experience. This position offers a salary of R38 000 to R40 000 a month and emphasizes the need for strong accounting skills and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years’ related accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of accepted accounting principles.
• Experience in preparing management accounts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly group management accounts.
• Compile operational and analytical reports.
• Manage daily cash flow planning and control.

Skills

Accounting principles and practices

Management accounting

Cash flow management

Computer literacy in accounting software

Pressure handling

Education

Accounting BCom degree

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

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.

Equal Opportunity

All backgrounds are welcomed, with no bias. All are considered based on requirements.