Management Accountant

About the position

A well-established manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Financial Management Accountant to join its finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This opportunity offers exposure to a dynamic operational environment and may be renewed based on business requirements and performance.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly financial and management reports accurately and within required deadlines
• Perform group reporting requirements, including weekly, monthly and ad hoc reporting
• Maintain the General Ledger and related accounting sub-modules within the ERP system
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and ensure ongoing tax compliance
• Monitor, implement and maintain effective internal controls
• Process and record cash transactions, monitor cash positions and prepare cash flow forecasts
• Review creditor payments and process bank transfers
• Support supply chain and cost management initiatives
• Process purchase requisitions and related financial transactions
• Assist with the preparation and consolidation of annual budgets
• Prepare statutory returns and ensure timely submissions
• Coordinate audit preparation and liaise with external auditors
• Maintain the fixed asset register
• Provide general financial administration support and assist with special projects as required

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Commerce Degree with Financial Accounting and/or Management Accounting as majors
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and management accounting principles
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Proven experience managing month-end reporting processes
• Experience with ERP systems (SYSPRO experience will be advantageous)
• Sound knowledge of VAT, statutory compliance and internal controls
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently while meeting tight deadlines

What We're Looking For:
The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, commercially minded and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills and the ability to engage with multiple stakeholders across the business are essential.
If you meet the above requirements and are looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Desired Skills:

• SYSPRO
• Management Accounts
• Financial Accounting
• Accounts Management
• Balance Sheet
• Monthly Accounting
• VAT
• General Ledger
• Internal controls
• Fixed Assets

Desired Qualification Level:

• Degree