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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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– Manufacturing & Industrial Finance
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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:
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