Senior Accountant

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTF023985/CJ

Date posted:

Monday, August 31, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

480 000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Are you the kind of finance professional who doesn't just review the numbers, but owns them?
Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Financial Accountant - Financial Operations to take full accountability for the integrity of the financial function. This is a hands-on opportunity for a commercially minded accountant who loves working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, enjoys solving complex problems, and thrives when balancing multiple priorities. Apply today!

POSITION INFO:

Job Description:
As the Senior Financial Accountant, you will take ownership of the financial accounting function and play a key role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity and efficiency of all financial operations.
Key Responsibilities

Own and manage the General Ledger, ensuring the accuracy of all financial transactions
Prepare monthly management accounts, journals, accruals and provisions
Take full ownership of balance sheet integrity and investigate variances to resolution
Lead high-volume Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions.
Manage reconciliations across bank, GL, debtors, creditors, intercompany and control accounts
Drive month-end close processes and ensure timely, accurate reporting
Strengthen financial controls and maintain audit readiness
Identify opportunities for automation, efficiency gains and process improvements
Partner closely with operational teams to support business performance and financial integrity
Coach, mentor and develop the finance team while driving accountability and continuous improvement

Skills & Experience:

Minimum 8 years' operational accounting experience
Bilingual in Afrikaans and English
Proven experience in high-volume transaction environments
Strong exposure to month-end reporting and General Ledger ownership
Solid experience managing Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and cashflow
Advanced reconciliation and financial control experience
Strong ERP systems experience
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving and investigative abilities
Comfortable working under pressure and delivering accurate results within tight deadlines

Qualification:

Degree in Finance

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