Senior Accountant

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTF024209/JL

Date posted:

Thursday, October 1, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

450 000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Do you have an interest in taking ownership over the finance function of a small-and-growing manufacturing business? Then this opportunity is for you. You will take control of reporting, working capital management, forecasting and financial controls across the operation. This position goes beyond traditional accounting and requires a commercially aware finance professional who understands the flow of cash through a business and can proactively support decision-making. Ideal for a hands-on accountant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can operate with minimal supervision.

POSITION INFO:

Job Description:

Take ownership of the month-end process, including journals, reconciliations, and management accounts
Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packs for management
Manage and forecast cash flow requirements, ensuring operational funding requirements are proactively planned
Analyse working capital movements and provide meaningful recommendations to improve cash management
Prepare and maintain annual budgets, forecasts, and profitability projections
Monitor financial performance against budgets and provide detailed variance analysis
Oversee debtors and creditors functions, ensuring the impact on cash flow and working capital is properly managed
Manage daily banking activities, cashbook control, and treasury-related processes
Provide leadership, direction, and support to junior finance staff where required
Identify process improvements and drive efficiencies within the finance department

Skills & Experience:

5+ years of strong all-round accounting experience within a commercial environment
Demonstrated experience managing cash flow, forecasting, and working capital
Experience preparing budgets, forecasts, and profitability reporting
Ability to manage multiple reporting deadlines and competing priorities
Experience within manufacturing, FMCG, production, distribution - advantageous

Qualification:

BCom Accounting or Equivalent

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