Johannesburg South: Financial Accounting Team Lead posted by Network Finance

April 13, 2026 Jobs in Gauteng

Network Finance

Gauteng

Finance/Accounting Management

Job Description

? Why This Role?

Join a wellestablished organisation with an international footprint
Work with complex transactions, foreign currencies, and crossborder financial processes
Lead a finance team within a stable, growing environment
Gain exposure to international suppliers, global payment cycles, and multicurrency accounting

? Minimum Requirements

Relevant Finance Degree (essential)
Completed SAICA articles OR solid auditing/reporting background
Experience within manufacturing / distribution / importing environments advantageous
Strong technical accounting knowledge and full accounting function exposure
Experience with international transactions, foreign creditors, and Forex
Strong understanding of monthend processes, reporting, and compliance
Ability to lead and develop a small accounting team
Meticulous, organised, and able to thrive in a deadlinedriven environment

? Key Responsibilities

As the Financial Accounting Team Lead, you will oversee and manage the full accounting function, including:

Leading and mentoring the accounting team
Managing the full creditors, debtors, and general ledger processes
Handling foreign suppliers, Forex payments, and international reconciliations
Preparing accurate monthend, quarterly, and annual financial reports
Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal controls
Overseeing cashbook, fixed assets, and balance sheet reconciliations
Supporting audits and liaising with external auditors
Implementing process improvements and supporting operational teams where required

? Who Should Apply?

This role is perfect for a finance professional who is:

Strong on technical accounting and reporting
Confident working with international suppliers
Comfortable managing Forex and complex reconciliations
Ready to lead a team and take full ownership of the accounting function
Looking for stability, structure, and longterm growth

? Ready to Apply?

Send your CV today and take the next step in your finance leadership career.
Monique Du Preez
Senior Recruitment Consultant
? LinkedIn: .za

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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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