Senior General Ledger Accountant — IFRS & ESG Lead

Daimler Truck Southern Africa Ltd; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial vehicle manufacturer in Pretoria is seeking a Financial Operations Lead to ensure accurate financial reporting and IFRS compliance. You will oversee the financial close, manage the outsourced shared service center, and guide junior team members. The ideal candidate holds a CA(SA) and has strong IFRS and financial reporting experience, along with excellent analytical and communication skills. This role is essential to maintaining operational excellence and effective governance.

Qualifications

• Must have Matric.
• CA(SA) qualification is essential.
• Experience in SAP is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly financial close process.
• Manage the performance of the outsourced SSC.
• Provide guidance and oversight to junior team members.
• Reconcile intercompany balances.
• Serve as project lead for the annual external audit.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

IFRS reporting

Proficiency in MS Office Suite

Education

Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting

Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))

Tools

SAP

Job description

A leading commercial vehicle manufacturer in Pretoria is seeking a Financial Operations Lead to ensure accurate financial reporting and IFRS compliance. You will oversee the financial close, manage the outsourced shared service center, and guide junior team members. The ideal candidate holds a CA(SA) and has strong IFRS and financial reporting experience, along with excellent analytical and communication skills. This role is essential to maintaining operational excellence and effective governance.