Senior Financial Accountant

Fusion Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic manufacturing company in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant with 3-5 years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate will oversee financial reporting, cash flow management, and process improvements. A BCom Accounting or CA(SA) qualification is essential, along with proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills. This role offers an opportunity to support strategic financial decisions while ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Matric qualification is required.
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present monthly financial results to management.
• Monitor and forecast cash flows.
• Review and improve financial processes.

Skills

Financial reporting

Advanced Excel

ERP systems

Education

BCom Accounting

CA(SA)

Tools

Sage Evolution

SAP

Xero

Job description

Overview

A dynamic manufacturer based in Industria West is looking to employ a Senior Financial Accountant with 3 - 5 years’ experience in a similar role.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric
• BCom Accounting, BCompt, BCom Financial Management, BTech Cost and Management Accounting, or CA(SA)
• MS Office, Advanced Excel and ERP systems (Sage Evolution, SAP, Xero, or equivalent)
• 3- 5 years’ experience in a similar role
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, analysis, and internal controls
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial ERP systems
• Prepare, analyses, and present monthly financial results to management
• Monitor, manage, and forecast short and long-term cash flows
• Conduct financial analysis to support business decisions and strategic planning
• Review and improve financial processes to enhance operational efficiency
• Perform and review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accuracy
• Engage in product costing and provide insight on cost efficiencies
• Drive compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and company policies
• Support the Financial Director in audits and statutory reporting
• Maintain complete, accurate financial accounting records for all business entities.
• Prepare and manage the company’s annual budgets
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies proactively
• Ensure accurate application of IFRS in all financial statements and reports
• Assist in the preparation of annual financial statements and audit readiness
• Analyze and address stock variances as per monthly stock take and assist with resolving thereof
• Maintain the fixed asset register