Company and Job Description:
Are you a qualified finance professional ready for your next challenge in a high-performance, fast-paced environment? Our client is seeking an experienced Accountant for a 6-month fixed-term contract. This role offers an exciting opportunity to add value within a leading brand in the leasing and rental industry, where accuracy, efficiency, and proactive problem-solving are key to success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare comprehensive management accounts, including budgets, forecasts, cash flow statements, and detailed variance analyses.
• Ensure full compliance with IFRS reporting standards and all relevant tax legislation.
• Complete VAT submissions, year-end tax packs, and other statutory financial filings accurately and on time.
• Maintain and manage balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring all outstanding reconciling items are resolved within 30 days.
• Oversee income and expenditure controls, creditor payment processes, and inter-company loan reconciliations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop team members through effective performance management, coaching, and ongoing support.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors to support audit activities and ensure compliance.
• Proactively identify cost-saving opportunities and contribute to initiatives that enhance revenue and operational efficiency.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal preparation, financial reviews, and reporting accuracy.

Job Experience and Skills Required:
BCom in Finance (completed).
Completed SAICA or SAIPA Articles.
1–2 years post-articles experience.
Strong Excel skills; Sage X3 experience is a significant advantage.
IFRS 16 experience is non-negotiable
 
Apply now!
 
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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:
Juanette Lotter
Executive Consultant

Our client is a well-established logistics and express delivery organisation known for speed, reliability, and a strong national footprint. As the company continues expanding and modernising its operations, the finance team requires a Senior Financial Accountant who can deliver high-quality reporting, refine financial controls, and work closely with operational teams to improve overall financial performance.

This opportunity offers a powerful mix of technical accounting depth, leadership influence, and hands-on commercial involvement. You will oversee full financial accounting, drive month-end excellence, and provide the insights leadership needs to make informed decisions in a fast-moving, complex business environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage full financial accounting, general ledger integrity, and month-end close
• Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, reporting packs, and variance analysis
• Ensure proper revenue recognition, cost allocation, and operational profitability reporting
• Oversee VAT, tax submissions, and statutory compliance requirements
• Maintain fixed asset registers, depreciation schedules, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Support, mentor, and guide junior finance team members
• Work closely with operations to understand cost drivers and resolve financial discrepancies
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling for operational and strategic planning
• Strengthen financial controls, processes, and system efficiencies
• Prepare for internal and external audits and ensure adherence to governance standards
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the finance function

Job Experience & Skills Required:

• BCom Accounting or equivalent (Honours / Articles advantageous)
• 4–6+ years financial accounting experience, preferably in logistics, courier, transport, or other high-volume sectors
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and solid IFRS exposure
• Advanced Excel plus experience working within ERP/financial systems
• High attention to detail with strong accuracy and deadline discipline
• Ability to interpret financial data and deliver insights to management teams
• Clear communicator with confidence engaging cross-functional stakeholders
• Proactive, structured, solutions-driven, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior finance staff is beneficial

Apply now!
 
For more exciting Finance vacancies, please visit: www.********.co.za
 
I also specialise in recruiting in the following:

• Financial Manager 
• Group Finance Manager 
• Financial Director 
• Group Accountant 
• Financial Accountant 
• Management Accountant 
• Cost Accountant 
• Financial Controller
• Bookkeeper

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:
Camryn Basson 
Specialist Recruitment Consultant 

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