Accountant – CA(SA)

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

A leading national operational services business is seeking a high-calibre CA(SA) to join its finance team based in Durban.

This opportunity is ideally suited to a recently qualified CA(SA) looking to transition into a commercially focused operational finance role within a fast-paced supply chain and services environment.

Candidates coming recognised audit firms, coupled with post-articles commercial exposure within logistics, supply chain, distribution, manufacturing or FMCG environments, will be highly regarded.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation and review of monthly management accounts
• Analysis of income statement and balance sheet movements
• Budgeting, forecasting and regional reporting
• Oversight of debtors, creditors and cash flow management
• Inventory reconciliations, stock controls and stock count oversight
• Fixed asset accounting and reconciliations
• Internal controls and compliance monitoring
• Preparation of audit and reporting schedules
• Liaising with internal and external auditors
• Financial process improvement and operational support
• Monitoring procurement spend and related reporting
• Supporting regional finance operations and driving efficiencies

Minimum Requirements

• CA(SA) qualification is essential
• Completed articles with a recognised audit firm preferred
• Approximately 1–3 years post qualification experience
• Exposure to commercial or operational finance environments
• Strong financial reporting and reconciliation capability
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Sound understanding of internal controls and IFRS principles
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced operational environment

Advantageous Experience

• Supply chain, logistics, distribution, manufacturing or FMCG sector exposure
• Sage Accpac / Sage 300 exposure
• Experience with budgeting and forecasting tools
• Exposure to multi-site or regional finance operations

Personal Attributes

• Strong attention to detail
• Commercially minded and operationally focused
• Self-motivated and adaptable
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Able to work independently and under pressure

Preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates in line with the company’s Employment Equity objectives.

Kindly note that only applicants meeting the above requirements will be considered. Should you not hear from us within 14 days of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.