Senior Management Accountant (Remote)

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical aid

Retirement savings plan

Remote work flexibility

Executive exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Management Accountant for a fully remote role, ideally based near Sandton. You will lead budgeting, forecasting, and strategic FP&A activities, delivering executive-ready insights and robust financial models to influence key business decisions.

This senior position requires 8+ years in management accounting, strong ERP/Power BI proficiency, and exceptional communication to engage stakeholders remotely.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CMA, CIMA, or equivalent qualification is required.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in management accounting, FP&A.
• Expertise in financial modeling, variance analysis, and performance measurement.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems, BI tools (e.g., Power BI), and Excel.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders remotely.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
• Develop sophisticated financial models to analyze profitability and trends.
• Prepare management reports, dashboards, and presentations for executives.
• Provide strategic financial guidance on new business initiatives and investments.
• Oversee cost management initiatives and drive operational efficiencies.
• Mentor and guide junior finance and analytics team members.

Skills

Financial modeling

Variance analysis

FP&A

Stakeholder influence

Education

Master's degree in Accounting/Finance

CMA/CIMA or equivalent

Tools

Power BI

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and accomplished Senior Management Accountant for a fully remote position. This role is critical in driving financial performance and providing high-level analytical support to senior leadership across the organization. You will be responsible for complex financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and providing deep insights into business performance. This is an exceptional remote opportunity for a seasoned accounting professional, ideally based in or near Sandton , to contribute significantly to business strategy and growth without the need for daily office presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Develop sophisticated financial models to analyze business performance, profitability, and key trends.
• Prepare comprehensive management reports, dashboards, and presentations for executive review.
• Provide strategic financial guidance on new business initiatives, investments, and market opportunities.
• Oversee cost management initiatives and identify opportunities for operational efficiencies.
• Mentor and guide junior members of the finance and analytics team.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CMA, CIMA, or equivalent qualification is required.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in management accounting, financial planning & analysis (FP&A).
• Expertise in financial modeling, variance analysis, and performance measurement.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems, BI tools (e.g., Power BI), and Excel.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders remotely.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and significant bonus potential.
• Completely remote work environment, offering maximum flexibility.
• Premium medical aid and comprehensive retirement savings plan.
• Extensive opportunities for professional growth and executive exposure.
• A dynamic, forward-thinking company culture.