We are recruiting for a strategic Management Accountant on behalf of our client, a leading manufacturer of innovative packaging and plastic solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic business where your financial insight will be crucial to optimizing production, controlling costs, and enhancing profitability. Key Responsibilities: In this highly visible role, you will act as the key financial partner to the operations and commercial teams. You will be responsible for analyzing the costs of materials, production runs, and product lines, to provide the insights that drive smarter business decisions and sustainable growth. Cost & Margin Analysis: Analyze material usage, machine efficiency, and product line profitability to find improvement opportunities. Management Reporting: Prepare monthly accounts, budgets, and forecasts with performance commentary. Operational Business Partnering: Collaborate with production to understand cost drivers and implement control measures. Inventory & Valuation: Oversee inventory valuation and ensure accurate controls for raw materials and finished goods. Job Experience & Skills Required: Bachelors Degree in Accounting/Finance and a CIMA qualification. 3-5 years of cost or management accounting experience within manufacturing (packaging, plastics, or FMCG ideal). A proactive problem-solver, skilled at analyzing complex data and partnering with non-finance teams. Proficient in an ERP system (e.g., SAP and Syspro) and advanced Excel. Apply now!

Our client is a major player in the logistics and fleet management space, known for operational excellence, innovation, and delivering end-to-end transport solutions across South Africa. As the Management Accountant, youll play a pivotal role in providing financial insights, improving cost efficiency, and driving decision-making across operations. Youll partner closely with fleet, operations, and executive teams to ensure financial targets and business objectives are achieved. Key Responsibilities: Prepare monthly management accounts, budgets, and forecasts. Analyse financial performance, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions. Support operational teams with cost analysis, fleet performance metrics, and profitability reporting. Lead financial planning processes and drive continuous improvement in reporting accuracy and turnaround times. Monitor cash flow, cost centres, and project spending to ensure financial discipline. Develop and implement financial controls aligned with operational and strategic objectives. Job Experience & Skills Required: BCom Accounting / Finance degree (CIMA preferred). 35 years experience in a management accounting or cost accounting role, ideally within logistics, transport, or fleet management. Proven ability to partner with operational teams and influence business outcomes. Strong Excel and ERP system skills (experience with Sage, Syspro, or SAP advantageous). Analytical mindset, high attention to detail, and strong communication skills. Energetic, hands-on, and comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Apply now!

Company and Job Description: We are recruiting for a strategic Management Accountant on behalf of our client, a leading manufacturer of innovative packaging and plastic solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic business where your financial insight will be crucial to optimizing production, controlling costs, and enhancing profitability. Key Responsibilities: In this highly visible role, you will act as the key financial partner to the operations and commercial teams. You will be responsible for analyzing the costs of materials, production runs, and product lines to provide the insights that drive smarter business decisions and sustainable growth. Cost & Margin Analysis: Analyze material usage, machine efficiency, and product line profitability to find improvement opportunities. Management Reporting: Prepare monthly accounts, budgets, and forecasts with performance commentary. Operational Business Partnering: Collaborate with production to understand cost drivers and implement control measures. Inventory & Valuation: Oversee inventory valuation and ensure accurate controls for raw materials and finished goods. Job Experience & Skills Required: Bachelors degree in Accounting/Finance and a CIMA qualification. 3-5 years of cost or management accounting experience within manufacturing (packaging, plastics, or FMCG ideal). A proactive problem-solver, skilled at analyzing complex data and partnering with non-finance teams. Proficient in an ERP system (e.g., SAP, Syspro) and advanced Excel. Apply now!

Our client, a global leader in supply chain and logistics solutions, is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to take ownership of end-to-end management reporting and analysis for its South Johannesburg operations. Youll play a key role in driving operational efficiency, supporting strategic decision-making, and delivering accurate, meaningful insights that empower business performance. The environment is fast-paced, collaborative, and highly professional, ideal for a finance expert who loves rolling up their sleeves and adding real value. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and analyse monthly management accounts, budgets, and forecasts. Deliver variance analysis and cost performance insights across multiple business units. Partner with operations to drive profitability and streamline processes. Support commercial and strategic decision-making with financial modelling and business cases. Ensure compliance with internal controls, financial standards, and audit requirements. Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, reporting accuracy, and automation. Job Experience & Skills Required: Bachelors Degree in Accounting / Finance (CIMA or equivalent preferred). Minimum 5 years solid experience in management accounting, preferably within logistics, transport, or supply chain. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proven ability to influence and advise operations. Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP systems (SAP / Sage / similar). Excellent attention to detail, communication, and time management skills. A proactive, hands-on approach and comfort working in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment. Apply now!

Our client is a leading player within the logistics and supply chain sector, servicing blue-chip FMCG and manufacturing clients across Southern Africa. The business runs on precision, speed, and insight with finance playing a critical role in driving performance, efficiency, and profitability. As the Management Accountant, youll act as the bridge between the Financial Manager and the accounting team owning financial reporting, cost analysis, and performance tracking across fleet, routes, and contracts. Youll work closely with operations to ensure that the business runs profitably and sustainably, balancing strategic oversight with hands-on financial control. This is a dynamic, high-energy environment that rewards initiative and commercial acumen. Youll be involved in every aspect of financial performance from budgeting and forecasting to margin analysis, cost control, and team leadership. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and analyse monthly management accounts and financial performance reports for senior management. Lead the budgeting and forecasting cycle, ensuring alignment with operational and commercial plans. Conduct detailed cost and margin analysis on key logistics cost drivers, including fuel, fleet maintenance, labour, and subcontractor expenses. Monitor and report on fleet utilisation, route profitability, and vehicle operating costs, identifying areas for efficiency improvement. Analyse contract-level profitability to ensure that customer accounts remain commercially viable. Support tender pricing and contract renewals through accurate cost-to-serve modelling and scenario analysis. Partner with operations to track delivery efficiency, route optimisation, and downtime costs, translating data into actionable insights. Oversee daily financial controls across creditors, debtors, and cashbook functions, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Review and authorise journals, reconciliations, and monthly close entries prepared by the accounting team. Maintain strong internal controls over fuel management systems, vehicle leasing, and maintenance expenditure. Prepare and monitor cash flow forecasts, working capital performance, and liquidity management. Support the Financial Manager during audits, statutory submissions, and financial planning cycles. Champion process improvement and reporting automation within the finance department. Mentor and guide accounting staff, ensuring high performance and timely deliverables. Provide ad hoc financial analysis and insight to support operational and strategic decision-making. Job Experience & Skills Required: BCom Accounting or Finance Degree (CIMA or solid and recent progress toward CIMA essential) 58 years experience within management accounting or financial analysis in a logistics, transport, or supply chain environment Solid understanding of fleet operations, route costing, and logistics cost structures Proven ability to prepare and interpret budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting output Strong Excel and ERP system skills (Sage, Pastel, AS400, or similar) Analytical, hands-on, and commercially minded, with a sharp eye for operational detail Confident communicator, with the ability to partner with both finance and operational teams Organised, deadline-driven, and proactive in driving performance improvement Apply now!

As the Management Accountant, your duties include the following: Prepare and analyse management accounts, budgets and forecasts Deliver accurate financial reporting and variance analysis Support executive decision-making with performance insights and trend analysis Ensure compliance with industry regulations, governance, and internal controls Partner with business units to drive efficiencies and profitability Skills & Experience: 5-7 years of experience as a Management Accountant within financial services Strong analytical, reporting, and budgeting experience with the ability to provide actionable insights Qualification: Completed Finance/Accounting degree Completed SAIPA or CIMA articles Registered with SAIPA or CIMA Contact JENELLE COOKSON on

Our client is a pioneering distribution business at the heart of South Africas logistics network. With a reputation for reliability and innovation, they ensure FMCG and retail products move seamlessly from suppliers to shelves. As their Management Accountant, you wont just crunch numbers, youll influence operational decisions, improve financial efficiency, and play a central role in guiding profitability across the supply chain. Key Responsibilities: Deliver monthly management reports, variance analysis, and cost breakdowns. Partner with operations to identify efficiencies and optimise distribution costs. Lead budgeting, forecasting, and KPI monitoring for business units. Translate data into actionable insights for executive leadership. Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and audit requirements. Drive continuous improvement initiatives in reporting and financial processes. Job Experience & Skills Required: BCom Accounting or similar (CIMA/CA(SA) advantageous). Minimum 5 years experience in distribution, supply chain, or FMCG finance. Proven ability to partner with non-finance teams and influence business outcomes. Strong systems skills (ERP advanced Excel). Analytical mindset with exceptional problem-solving skills. Confident communicator, able to present financial insights to senior stakeholders. Apply now!