Senior Accountant - Nigel - Manufacturing

Progessive International; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Accountant to support financial operations in Johannesburg. The role requires managing financial reporting, overseeing accounting processes, and ensuring compliance with financial policies. Ideal candidates should have extensive experience in financial accounting, particularly within manufacturing, and possess strong analytical skills to maintain accurate financial records.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in manufacturing finance.
• High proficiency in Excel including Macros.
• Experience in costing models and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial statements and forecasts.
• Oversee trade receivables and payables.
• Support internal and external audits with reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Minimum 3 years as a Financial Accountant

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Syspro)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

As a Senior Accountant, you will support all accounting and financial reporting functions for the South African entity. You will help maintain the integrity of financial systems and controls, oversee costing processes, participate in budgeting and forecasting, and ensure compliance with corporate and local financial policies. The position also plays a vital role in preparing for audits and month-end closings, while maintaining strong financial discipline within the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with sales and operations teams to prepare and deliver weekly financial forecasts.
• Support the Finance Manager in the annual budget planning and forecasting process.
• Full responsibility for trade receivables and oversight of both local and foreign trade payables.
• Manage daily cashbook activities and perform bank reconciliations, including corporate credit card oversight.
• Oversee foreign currency management (payments, receipts, and fluctuations).
• Process intercompany transactions and manage Goods in Transit (GIT) reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly financial statements including balance sheets, income statements, and variance reports.
• Analyse general ledger (GL) variances and adjust costs as needed to reflect operational accuracy.
• Perform all balance sheet reconciliations using Blackline.
• Maintain and manage the fixed asset register, CAPEX tracking, and depreciation schedules.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and reports.
• Assist in drafting and implementing accounting policies and internal controls in line with corporate guidelines.
• Conduct regular reviews of financial practices and recommend improvements.
• Supervise and review work performed by junior accounting staff.

Minimum Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Financial Accountant, preferably in manufacturing.
• Proven experience in implementing and interpreting costing models.
• Strong understanding of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Syspro).
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including Macros.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and work under pressure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• English and Afrikaans speaking

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