Financial Accountant

About the position

Greenstone (Gauteng) - Take the next step in your career with a hands-on role where your financial expertise directly impacts operational success and offers a clear path to management.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a resilient, detail-oriented professional to take full ownership of a finance function within a thriving, entrepreneurial environment.
This dynamic group is a significant player in the South African supply chain and logistics sector. Their operations span warehousing, chemical distribution, and transportation, with a strong focus on import and distribution activities.

As a permanent Financial Accountant based in Gauteng, you will manage the full finance function for the import and distribution arm of the business. This is a broad, senior-level role where you will bridge the gap between financial governance and operational reality, engaging with everyone from warehouse managers to the Board of Directors.


Key Responsibilities: 

• Full Finance Function: Manage everything from trial balance and cash flow to the preparation of income statements and balance sheets.
• Reporting: Prepare monthly management accounts and comprehensive Board packs for direct presentation to the Board.
• Operational Finance: Oversee costing, variance analysis, and foreign exchange (FX) transactions.
• Stock Control: Actively participate in physical stock counts at warehouses and strengthen inventory controls.
• Compliance: Manage VAT and corporate tax compliance.
• Systems Management: Maintain and improve the Sage Evolution ERP system and develop internal controls.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain relationships with suppliers and clients while supporting budgeting and forecasting cycles.

Requirements: 

• Education: Minimum of a BCom degree (CA(SA) or CIMA advantageous but not essential
• Experience: At least 5 years of experience in a mid-to-senior accounting role with a track record of career stability.
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Sage Evolution is highly preferred.
• Industry Knowledge: Previous exposure to stock, inventory, and operational environments.
• Location: Based in Gauteng and available for full-time on-site work in Greenstone Hill, with occasional travel to KZN and Cape Town.

Attributes: 

• Accountability: A self-directed professional who takes total ownership of the finance function.
• Accuracy: Meticulous attention to detail with a commitment to error-free reporting.
• Communication: Confident in presenting financial insights to executive leadership and engaging with operational teams.
• Resilience: Comfortable "rolling up your sleeves" in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting.

Remuneration: 
R50,000 CTC per month + bonus 

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Desired Skills:

• Sage Evolution
• Supply Chain Management
• Accounting
• Finance
• Tax Compliance