This role offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, values-driven environment with a focus on short-term insurance. If you are an experienced accountant with strong leadership skills and a passion for financial reporting, this could be the perfect next step in your career. As a Senior Financial Accountant, youll play a crucial role in managing financial reporting, accounting operations, and compliance for our short-term insurance business. Reporting to the Financial Manager, you will ensure accurate financial statements, support audits, and contribute to strategic financial planning. This is an excellent opportunity to deepen your expertise in short-term insurance finance and make an impact. For 26 years, our client has been leading innovation in the South African insurance industry. With a forward-thinking, digitally-driven approach and strong human values, their continue to set new standards. Their success comes from a team of dedicated professionals who bring energy and expertise to everything they do. Ready to make your mark? Apply now to be part of a team where you can truly make an impact and grow your career! Send your CV to

Company and Job Description: Join a century-old industrial leader with a dominant presence in the African packaging manufacturing sector. With a vast manufacturing footprint and a portfolio of renowned brands, they rely on a complex and efficient supply chain, powered by a finance function that drives cost control and profitability. We are looking for a Senior Financial Accountant to step into a high-impact role where you will be the key financial authority for the business. You will provide the insights that shape our understanding of critical areas like raw material costs, inventory valuation, and production efficiency. Key Responsibilities: Own the integrity of the financial close process, including the preparation and review of complex financial statements. Lead the analysis of manufacturing costs, identifying variances and providing actionable insights to optimize production efficiency. Play a lead role in the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting cycles, challenging assumptions and modelling future scenarios. Serve as the key finance partner to operational managers, translating financial data into strategic recommendations. Drive continuous improvement in financial controls, reporting processes, and the utilization of the ERP system. Mentor and provide guidance to junior members of the finance team. Job Experience & Skills Required: Completed BCom Honours in Accounting or equivalent. CIMA qualification is essential. A minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience, with a significant portion within a manufacturing environment (packaging, FMCG, or related industry is highly preferred). Proven expertise in a major ERP system (SAP, Oracle, JDE) and advanced Excel skills. Apply now!