Senior Financial Accountant (Manufacturing)

Abantu Staffing Solutions; Kariega; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable manufacturer and supplier in South Africa is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to oversee financial management, including ledger maintenance and financial audits. Candidates should have a BCom in Accounting Honors and 5-7 years of relevant experience. The role emphasizes collaboration and innovation in a professional setting.

Qualifications

• 5 – 7 Years Experience in financial accounting.
• Optional CA Experience and Article Experience.

Responsibilities

• Managing the general ledger and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Management of creditors function for both local and foreign.
• Aiding in conducting Statutory audits and SARS Audits.
• Preparation of tax filings: VAT.
• Assisting with budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

Good computer skills

Good communication skills

Good organizational skills

Education

BCom in Accounting Honors

Tools

SAP Experience

Job description

My client, a reputable manufacturer and supplier of high-performance automotive components, is seeking an experienced and capable Senior Financial Accountant to join their team.
With a strong focus on engineering excellence, customer satisfaction, and sustainable manufacturing, the company prides itself on maintaining high standards of professionalism and technical expertise.

Join a team that’s driving the future of mobility through innovation, precision, and purpose. If you’re ready to make an impact, grow your career, and collaborate with industry leaders — your journey starts here.

Qualifications

• BCom in Accounting Honors.
• Optional CA Experience and Article Experience.
• 5 – 7 Years Experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the general ledger: Balance sheet reconciliations.
• Management of creditors function: Local & Foreign (Independent Review of Foreign & Local creditors creditor’s statement reconciliations).
• Management of payment process: Local & Foreign.
• Aiding conducting Statutory audits as well as SARS Audits
• Assisting with budgeting and forecasting.
• Accruals for Accounts Payables.
• Intercompany reconciliations.
• Payroll reconciliations & Accruals.
• Prepaid expenses.
• Preparation tax filings: VAT.
• Spare stock maintenance.
• Assist with Cashflow Forecasting & Maintenance.
• Inventory Management: Accruals.
• Insurance portfolio maintenance.
• GR/IR Maintenance.
• General journals.
• SAP Experience would be advantageous.
• Custom Duties reconciliations.
• Asset accounting and Maintenance of Asset register.
• Ad hoc duties to support the team.

Competencies / Skills

• The appointed person must be deemed competent to fulfill the responsibilities of the role.
• Good computer skills.
• Good communication skills - good verbal and written communication.
• Good organizational skills (Planning) are essential.

All appointments will be made according to the Employment Equity Plan