Finance Manager (SME)

A mid-sized manufacturing group in Midrand needs an accountant who can close fast and explain the variances. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

The work is in Midrand, Gauteng, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day.

• Calculate provisional tax and check the VAT201 before submission
• Review creditors, debtors and payroll journals from the clerks
• Improve controls, such as segregation of duties on supplier changes
• Prepare the audit file and answer auditor queries
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and clear old reconciling items

• Experience on an ERP such as Sage X3, Sage 300, Syspro or SAP Business One
• At least 3 years of post-qualification accounting experience
• Understanding of South African income tax and VAT
• Working knowledge of IFRS or IFRS for SMEs
• You meet month-end deadlines without being chased
• BCom Accounting or equivalent degree

• CA(SA) with SAICA, or AGA(SA) or Professional Accountant (SA) with SAIPA
• Consolidation experience across several companies
• CIMA qualification for management accounting posts

• Performance bonus linked to company results
• Study assistance for board exams
• Medical aid and retirement fund contributions
• Paid professional body membership fees

• Recruiters check Excel skill live, so be ready to build a pivot table and a reconciliation in the interview.
• If you're applying for a SAICA training contract, check the firm is a registered training office before you apply.