Gauteng: Cost and Management Accountant posted by Communicate Finance

February 14, 2026 Jobs in Gauteng

Communicate Finance

Gauteng

Finance/Accounting Management

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Cost and Management Accountant to join our team at Communicate Finance in Gauteng. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing annual budgets, forecasts, and cashflows for smaller group companies, as well as overseeing inventory transactions and ensuring reconciliations between stock and finance systems.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare annual budgets, forecasts, and cashflows for smaller group companies
Oversee inventory transactions and ensure reconciliations between stock and finance systems
Drive automation and process integration between operational and finance systems
Manage accounting processes and financial reporting for multiple group entities
Prepare audit schedules and support the audit cycle as required
Ensure strong cost control, accurate accruals, and disciplined working capital management
Lead, mentor, and coach accountants responsible for inventory and smaller group entities
Set team objectives and monitor outputs to ensure accountability and high performance
Enforce finance policies, procedures, and deadlines across the team
Foster a collaborative, disciplined, and results-driven work environment
Produce accurate monthly and quarterly financial reports aligned with IFRS
Report on inventory movements, reconciliation results, and financial performance of group companies
Conduct variance analysis on stock movements and direct operating costs; provide insights and recommendations
Manage the relationship between auditors and Finance, resolve audit queries timeously
Review and approve audit schedules for completeness and IFRS compliance
Assist Senior Manager: Finance with audit coordination and cross-department deliverables
Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Commercial, and Finance teams to ensure accurate processes
Work with external partners, auditors, and service providers to resolve queries and maintain compliance

Requirements

10 years finance experience within a medium-sized organisation
Minimum 3 years’ experience in a finance management role
Completed SAIPA/SAICA or equivalent articles (essential)
Experience preparing budgets, forecasts, and management reports
Strong understanding of IFRS and South African reporting standards
Experience working across multiple financial and operational systems
Strong cost accounting and variance analysis capability
Proven audit preparation and audit support experience

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Qualifications

Grade 12
BCom Honours in Finance/Accounting or 6 years aviation experience
SAIPA/SAICA or equivalent professional certification
CA(SA) (advantageous)
Experience with accounting software packages (advantageous)

Salary & Benefits

Not specified

Contact Information

Contact Joshua Lawrence on 021 418 1750, quoting the Ref: CTF022422.

How to Apply

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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.

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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.

This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.

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