Accountant

ACCOUNTANT

Take ownership of operational finance in a manufacturing environment

An established organisation within the manufacturing sector is looking for an experienced

Accountant

to join its finance team in Bellville.

This is a hands-on role for an accounting professional who understands the financial demands of a production environment and can connect the numbers to what is happening on the operational floor. Working closely with the Financial Manager and operational management, you will play an important role in maintaining financial accuracy, strengthening controls and providing reliable information to support business performance.

The ideal candidate will combine sound accounting knowledge with a practical, analytical approach to cost management, reconciliations and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Take responsibility for key operational accounting activities, including reconciliations, journal entries, intercompany transactions and month-end financial processes.

Prepare management accounts, financial schedules and performance reports, ensuring information is accurate, complete and delivered within deadlines.

Analyse expenditure, investigate variances and work with operational managers to improve cost control and address budget deviations.

Support the budgeting and forecasting process, including the consolidation of departmental inputs and review of financial trends.

Oversee financial reconciliations relating to sales, fixed assets, cash transactions, payments and other assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts.

Work closely with operational teams on inventory and spares verification, investigating discrepancies and ensuring appropriate financial adjustments are made.

Monitor financial controls and compliance, identify potential risks and assist in implementing corrective actions.

Support internal and external audits, maintain appropriate financial documentation and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax legislation and VAT requirements.

Collaborate with finance colleagues and operational stakeholders to resolve queries, improve processes and support ongoing operational efficiency.

Minimum Requirements

Grade 12.

BCom degree or equivalent qualification in Accounting or Finance.

At least 5 years' relevant accounting and financial reporting experience.

3–5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment....