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SA - Gauteng, Bryanston (Market related)
Financial Accountant
Bryanston
A meticulous and proactive Financial Accountant is sought to take ownership of the financial accounting and payroll function within a multinational group operating across Africa. This role involves full-function accounting, financial reporting, statutory compliance, audit preparation, and supporting ERP implementation across multiple regions. The ideal candidate is systems-savvy, detail-oriented, and thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Minimum requirements:
* Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related
* Professional certification (SAIPA/SAICA/ACCA/CIMA) advantageous
* 5+ years of full-function accounting experience in a group or multinational environment
* Solid understanding of VAT, Tax, and statutory reporting requirements
* Hands-on experience with ERP systems (Acumatica preferred)
* Advanced Excel skills and ability to work with multiple currencies
* Strong communication skills and ability to support cross-border teams
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and process financial transactions across all entities using Acumatica ERP
* Reconcile credit card statements, creditors, and intercompany loan accounts
* Prepare VAT, Tax, and statutory returns for timely submission
* Maintain accurate invoicing for recoveries, management fees, and debtors
* Identify and report ERP deficiencies; support regional finance teams with ERP queries
* Assist with standardising and updating Chart of Accounts across entities
* Draft and implement finance SOPs and policies tailored per country
* Participate in bi-annual financial reviews and support consolidated reporting
* Track CAPEX and project spend against approved budgets
* Support costing initiatives and standardise group financial templates
* Prepare and review monthly management accounts in both local currency and USD
* Analyse month-to-month variances and ensure transactional accuracy
* Assist in group annual budgeting, including template creation, training, and reviews
* Lead international and consolidated audit preparations; serve as key audit contact
* Review Annual Financial Statements and ensure final TB reconciliation accuracy
* Conduct financial health checks, prepare quarterly forecasts, and monitor risks
* Manage international cash flow and ensure accurate financial analysis
* Review and align financial agreements and compliance across multiple regions
Consultant: Lynette Wolmarans - Dante Personnel Mpumalanga
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