Permanent
Management Accountant
Unknown, Gauteng
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About this role
Employer: RPO Recruitment
A corporate finance-driven organisation is looking for an experienced Management Accountant with responsibility for managing the full management accounting function, including financial reporting, budgeting, financial controls, and supporting month-end processes. The role ensures compliance with accounting standards and legislation while supporting the Finance Executive in maintaining accurate and timely financial information.
Responsibilities:
+ Manage general accounting functions including journals, reconciliations, accruals, and general ledger integrity
+ Oversee monthly close processes and support financial reporting and analysis
+ Develop, implement, and maintain financial accounting processes, procedures, and internal controls
+ Identify financial risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies
+ Assist with audits and resolve audit queries
+ Prepare and manage annual budgets and planning processes
+ Monitor budget performance, variances, and cost control activities
+ Prepare statutory returns including VAT, PAYE, SDL, and related submissions
+ Review creditor reconciliations, payment controls, and forex adjustments
+ Produce financial reports in line with GAAP/IFRS and organisational requirements
+ Manage and develop a finance team, ensuring performance and compliance standards are met
Requirements:
+ BCom Accounting / Management Accounting degree
+ Minimum 4 years’ accounting experience
+ Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and financial reporting standards
+ Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
+ Knowledge of tax legislation and Companies Act requirements
+ Proficiency in SAP and MS Office (Power BI advantageous)
+ Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills
+ Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
+ Strong communication, organisational, and leadership abilities
Benefits
+ Salary: negotiable.
Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity.
+ Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
+ Apply for this role today, contact Jarad Pentz at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn.
+ You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your
CV: financialcareers@rpo-recruit.za.com.
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.