Operational & Asset Accountant (FMCG)

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NPr003586/EHo

Date posted:

Thursday, April 9, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

480000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Can you keep track of assets, from purchase to scrap, without missing a cent of depreciation? If fixed assets, reconciliations and operational finance get you fired up, this Operational Asset Accountant role in FMCG will keep your career moving at shelf speed.

POSITION INFO:
Our client is a major FMCG powerhouse based in Cape Town, operating across multiple sites where volume, efficiency and precision are everything. They’re looking for an Operational Asset Accountant to take full ownership of the asset lifecycle, from acquisition to disposal, while partnering with operations to ensure financial discipline across stores and projects. This isn’t just about asset registers; it’s about linking finance to operations, translating numbers into action and keeping costs, controls and compliance tightly managed in a fast-moving environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the full fixed asset lifecycle
Maintain asset registers, depreciation, amortisation and reconciliations
Perform physical asset verification and strengthen controls
Support operational and project teams with financial insights
Ensure IFRS compliance and accurate asset reporting
Monitor and analyse key cost drivers across stores
Translate FP&A insights into practical operational actions
Drive cost efficiency and financial accountability at a business unit level

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Professional registration preferred (SAICA / SAIPA / CIMA)
3 to 5 years’ experience in asset accounting or commercial finance
Experience in multi-entity / multi-site environments
Strong knowledge of IFRS and fixed asset accounting principles
Solid understanding of depreciation, amortisation, and compliance
Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, and Business Central)
Advanced MS Excel skills
Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving ability
High attention to detail and ability to handle high transaction volumes
Ability to mentor junior team members and contribute to team growth

If you’re ready to take control of assets, drive operational efficiency and keep financial accuracy locked in, this role is your next solid investment

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