Mthatha: Senior Accountant posted by Network Finance

Company and Job Description:

Step into a role where your finance expertise supports one of South Africa’s most beloved and proudly local consumer brands. This opportunity sits at the heart of a high-performance finance function in Graaff-Reinet – a role designed for someone who can lead with accuracy.
As the Senior Financial Accountant, you’ll take ownership of core accounting activities across fixed assets, AP, cashbook, and general ledger management. You’ll oversee a small team, ensure financial discipline, and keep the month-end engine running smoothly.
If you enjoy working in an environment where relationships matter, where consistency is key, and where your leadership directly supports operational success, this is a role where you can make your mark.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the full AP function, ensuring accuracy, controls, and timely processing
• Manage the fixed asset register, additions, disposals, depreciation, and reconciliations
• Oversee daily cashbook management and bank reconciliations
• Prepare month-end journals, GL reviews, and supporting schedules
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, reporting standards, and audit requirements
• Lead and mentor a finance team, driving efficiency, structure, and accountability
• Support operational teams with financial insight and problem-solving

Job Experience and Skills Required:

• BCom Accounting (essential)
• 3–5 years’ accounting experience plus 3 years’ management experience
• Experience in retail, manufacturing, FMCG, or product-based environments advantageous
• Strong understanding of fixed assets, AP, GL, and cashbook
• Excellent team leadership capability
• Advanced Excel proficiency
• Detail-driven, organised, and confident engaging with both finance and operational teams

Apply now and join a proudly South African brand where financial excellence supports quality, consistency, and growth.

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– Financial Managers
– Senior Financial Accountants
– Accounting Managers
– Cost & Management Accountants
– Assistant Financial Managers
– Operational Finance Roles
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