Gauteng: Financial Accountant posted by ESG Recruitment

February 11, 2026 Jobs in Gauteng

ESG Recruitment

Gauteng

Finance/Accounting Management

Job Description

Main Job Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting: Preparing comprehensive monthly, management accounts, trail balance to balance sheet and income statement (profit and loss statement) level.
Balance Sheet Integrity: Monthly reconciliations of Balance Sheet accounts. (Accruals/Work in Progress/Goods in Transit/Asset Clearing)
Management Accounts: Analysis of management accounts and commentary on expense lines with inputs from operational personnel.
Maintenance: Maintaining accurate financial data and transactions, which involves managing general ledger entries, reconciling accounts payable and receivable to General Ledger, performing bank and cash book reconciliations to General Ledger, and month end journal entries.
Tax Management: Overseeing tax payments (VAT/PAYE/UIF/) and the preparation and reconciliation of returns to ensure compliance with SARS tax regulations.
Year End Audit: Assist external audit team with queries.
Supplier Payments: Approve month end Accounts Payables reconciliations and payment releases to suppliers.
Master Data Maintenance: Maintain and update master data records on accounting system

Qualification and Experience:

Minimum 3 years Finance or Management Accounting degree or similar
Minimum 2 years working experience in manufacturing environment
Completed 3-year SAICA Articles or similar learnership will be advantageous
Previous experience on ERP systems (Business Central/SAP/SYSPRO) will be advantageous

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:

Own transport
Attention to detail
Problem solving
Excellent communication skills
Self-motivated committed to achieve goals and objectives
Available to work overtime when needed
Excellent information sharing ability at all levels
Ability to function as part of larger Finance team

Languages:

English: Speak, Read and Write
Afrikaans: Speak, read and write

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About Finance/Accounting Management Jobs in Gauteng

In Gauteng, South Africa, the finance and accounting management field is a significant contributor to the province’s economy, with various industries relying on skilled professionals to manage their financial operations. Typically, this field offers stable employment opportunities with good prospects for career advancement. Generally, the demand for finance and accounting managers remains high across multiple sectors.

Salary expectations for finance and accounting management positions in Gauteng are generally broad and can vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. Broadly speaking, salaries typically range from R400 000 to R1 500 000 per annum, with senior roles often commanding higher remuneration packages. However, these figures are subject to change and may not reflect actual salaries for specific job openings.

Common skills required for finance and accounting management positions include proficiency in financial software, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication and leadership skills, experience with financial reporting and regulatory compliance, knowledge of financial management principles and practices, and a solid understanding of taxation laws. Typically, candidates with a degree in finance, accounting, or business administration are well-suited for these roles.

Finance and accounting managers can be found across various industry sectors, including the financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and more. The financial services sector, for example, often employs finance and accounting professionals to manage its operational finances, while the technology industry may require them to oversee the financial aspects of software development or IT projects.

Career progression opportunities in this field are generally good, with experienced finance and accounting managers often moving into senior roles such as department head or director of finance. Many companies also offer training and development programs to help employees acquire new skills and advance their careers.

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