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Durban North: Financial Accountant posted by Network Finance

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Job Description

This opportunity sits within a well-established industrial operation, supporting plant and fitment centre activities through accurate financial reporting, cost analysis, and strong financial control. Reporting into the Business Controlling & IT Manager, the Accountant will be responsible for ensuring financial integrity, supporting month-end processes, and driving cost improvement initiatives aligned to operational excellence.
Why this role?

  • High exposure to plant operations and manufacturing finance
  • Opportunity to influence cost control and efficiency initiatives
  • Involvement in audits, internal controls, and strategic financial reporting
  • Stable environment with strong processes and structure

What’s in it for you?
A commercially focused accounting role that goes beyond compliance, offering meaningful involvement in operational finance and business decision support.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and accounting documentation
  • Manage accounts payable (local and foreign)
  • Perform cost analysis, including expense reviews and variances against standard cost of sales
  • Manage fixed assets and maintain accurate asset registers
  • Compile and process journals and support month-end close processes
  • Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and inventory reporting
  • Support internal control assessments and annual statutory audits
  • Provide timely and accurate financial information for monthly and periodic plant closings
  • Participate in and support stock take processes for the plant and fitment centre
  • Drive cost improvement initiatives aligned to continuous improvement methodologies
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Job Experience and Skills Required

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting (minimum requirement)

Experience:

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in finance, controlling, or management accounting
  • Experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment is advantageous

Skills:

  • Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Sound knowledge of accounting standards (GAAP / IFRS)
  • Proficiency in accounting systems and tools (SAP and advanced Excel)
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines

Other non-negotiables:

  • Ability to work in a plant-based, operational environment
  • Strong ownership mindset and ability to work cross-functionally

Apply now!
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I also specialise in recruiting in the following:

– Accounting & Finance
– Management Accounting & Controlling
– Manufacturing & Industrial Finance
– Commercial Finance Roles
If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.
For more information, contact:
Pascaline Seko
Executive Consultant



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