Business Unit Accountant (Manufacturing Industry)

SUMMARY:
We’re looking for a hands-on Business Unit Accountant to support financial performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Durban

POSITION INFO:

Manufacturing/Automotive Industry

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Provide financial analysis and support to management
• Prepare financial reports, budgets, and forecasts
• Analyse variances (actual vs budget) and recommend actions
• Maintain ERP system (BPCS)

General Ledger & Month-End

• Prepare journals, accruals, and provisions
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations
• Compile weekly sales and flash reports

Costing & Financial Analysis

• Product costing and margin analysis
• Investigate purchase price variances (PPV)
• Identify cost-saving and improvement opportunities

Cash Flow & Working Capital

• Monitor daily cash flow and cash positions
• Manage working capital and ensure liquidity
• Oversee banking, payments, and cashbook

CAPEX & Fixed Assets

• Manage CAPEX process (ROI, approvals, tracking)
• Maintain fixed asset register
• Monitor CAPEX spend vs budget

Audit & Compliance

• Prepare for internal and external audits
• Ensure compliance with VAT and statutory requirements
• Submit tax returns (VAT, PAYE, UIF, WCA)

Stock & Debtors/Creditors

• Oversee stock control and stock takes
• Review debtor age analysis and ensure collections
• Manage creditors reconciliations and payments

Continuous Improvement

• Identify process improvements and support business initiatives

Requirements

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• BCom / Diploma in Financial Accounting or similar

Experience

• Minimum 2 years in finance/accounting role

Skills

• Strong financial analysis and reporting skills
• ERP/MRP systems experience (BPCS advantageous)
• Advanced Excel and MS Office
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail