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We're Hiring: Senior Financial Accountant – Mining Sector | Johannesburg

Are you a seasoned finance professional with experience in the mining or heavy industrial sector? We're recruiting for a Senior Financial Accountant to join a leading mining company based in Johannesburg.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics.
• CA(SA), CPA, or MBA (advantageous).
• Valid Driver's Licence.
  
  

Experience

• At least 8 years in a Senior Financial Accountant, Deputy Finance Manager, or similar role.
• Proven expertise in financial reporting, compliance, and taxation within complex industrial environments.
• ERP system experience (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Exposure to the mining industry and understanding of project finance and asset valuation (preferred).
  
  

Technical Skills & Attributes

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Solid understanding of financial risk management, internal controls, and audit procedures.
• Leadership capabilities with experience in building high-performing finance teams.
• Proficiency in MS Excel (advanced), Power BI, and ERP platforms.
• Up-to-date knowledge of IFRS and South African tax laws (VAT, PAYE, Corporate Tax).
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder communication skills.
• Fluency in English (Sepedi verbal proficiency is an advantage).
• Commitment to ethical, safe, and sustainable financial practices.
• Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Planning & Budgeting:
• Lead the development of annual budgets for operations, capital projects, and maintenance.
• Work with senior leadership to align financial goals with operational strategies and market trends.
  
  

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Conduct profitability and variance analysis across mining operations.
• Provide performance insights to drive cost optimisation and resource allocation.
• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring full regulatory and statutory compliance.
• Liaise with auditors and ensure all audit activities are effectively coordinated.
  
  

Tax & Payroll Compliance

• Manage company tax obligations (including VAT, PAYE, expat tax, and corporate tax).
• Collaborate with HR on payroll and ensure accurate statutory deductions and benefits administration.
  
  

Operational Cost Control & Governance

• Implement robust internal controls and lead internal audit processes to mitigate financial risk.
• Maintain financial data integrity through system audits and accurate record-keeping.
  
  

ERP & Asset Management

• Oversee ERP system functionality and reporting automation.
• Monitor and track company assets, including valuations, insurance, and lifecycle audits.
  
  

Stakeholder & ESG Reporting

• Prepare reports for stakeholders, regulators, and the board.
• Track and report on financial commitments linked to environmental, social, and community initiatives.
  
  

Operational Support

• Ensure financial policies are aligned with corporate HQ and South African regulations.
• Provide financial guidance and training to operations and site teams.
• Support compliance, reporting accuracy, and field expenditure control.
  
  

Leadership & People Management

If you don't hear from us within 5 working days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

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Desired Skills

• MINING
• financial risk management
• internal controls
• Leadership capabilities
• Strong analytical SKILLS
• financial reporting
• compliance
• and taxation