Our client, a well-established organisation based in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town, is seeking a Financial Accountant to join their dynamic finance team. This role is ideally suited to a detail-oriented finance professional who enjoys working in a controlled environment, values strong governance, and is passionate about delivering accurate financial insights that contribute to business success.
Reporting directly to senior finance leadership, you will oversee a small finance team while taking ownership of financial reporting, compliance, cash flow management, and month-end processes. In addition to core accounting responsibilities, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, strengthen financial governance, and support key strategic decision-making across the business.
The organisation fosters a collaborative and supportive culture that encourages innovation, continuous learning, and long-term career development. Employees also enjoy access to an onsite wellness clinic, fully equipped gym facilities, and the opportunity to be part of a business committed to operational excellence and sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Accounting & Reporting:

• Prepare accounts up to Trial Balance.
• Compile monthly management accounts and income statements.
• Perform balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations.
• Manage month-end and year-end reporting processes.
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and completeness of financial information.

Financial Control & Compliance:

• Maintain and enhance internal financial controls.
• Prepare VAT returns and statutory submissions.
• Manage monthly journals and control documentation.
• Support external audits and ensure compliance with financial policies, governance frameworks, and regulatory requirements.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Flow Management:

• Prepare and monitor weekly cash flow forecasts.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Provide meaningful financial insights to support both operational and strategic decision-making.
• Oversee the Accounts Payable function and support a team of three finance professionals.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

• BCom Degree in Accounting.
• SAIPA registration or completed SAICA/SAIPA articles.
• Newly Qualified Chartered Accountants (CA(SA)) are encouraged to apply.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years' accounting experience.
• Strong financial and technical accounting expertise.
• Audit experience, particularly relating to internal controls and compliance, will be highly advantageous.
• Exposure to the manufacturing or pharmaceutical sectors is beneficial.

Skills & Competencies:

• Essential experience working on Syspro.
• Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge.
• Proven experience with reconciliations and month-end reporting.
• Sound understanding of internal controls, governance, and compliance.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, with experience managing or mentoring a small team.
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proactive, collaborative, and able to work independently while meeting deadlines.

What's in it for You?

• Opportunity to add value beyond traditional financial accounting responsibilities.
• Exposure to business improvement and process optimisation projects.
• A collaborative and supportive finance environment.
• Ongoing personal and professional development opportunities.
• Direct involvement in strategic financial decision-making.
• Provident Fund.
• Weekly onsite medical clinic.
• Complimentary onsite gym access.

Apply now and take the next step in your finance career.
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I specialise in recruiting within:

• Financial Accounting
• Financial Reporting
• Technical Accounting
• Manufacturing Finance
• Management Accounting

If you do not receive a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. However, your profile will be retained on our database and considered for other suitable opportunities.
For more information, contact:
Claire Gill
Recruitment Consultant
Network Recruitment