Group Financial Accountant

Vacancy Details

Employer: Ntice Search

Are you an experienced and results-driven accountant ready to take the next step in your finance career? We are recruiting a Group Financial Accountant to join our Cape Town-based team, reporting directly to the Group Financial Executive

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, innovative, and growing FMCG packaging manufacturing company that services top brands across South Africa. As a key finance team member, you'll contribute directly to the integrity, accuracy, and efficiency of the group's financial reporting, while supporting operational excellence within the manufacturing and packaging environment

Key Duties & Responsibilities

As a Group Financial Accountant, your responsibilities will include

Financial Preparation & Reporting

Prepare monthly accounts to management account level for multiple entities within the group

Generate and manage customer invoicing and associated revenue recognition

Analyse variances against budgets and provide insights to management

Perform full account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy across cost centres, inventory, and revenue streams

Prepare detailed balance sheet reconciliations, with a focus on manufacturing-related accounts

Calculate interest and assist with cash flow management for production operations

Support year-end audit processes by compiling all necessary documentation

Assist with annual budgeting, including cost forecasting related to raw materials, logistics, and production inputs

Payments & Controls

Process and release supplier and operational payments via the relevant banking systems

Maintain robust internal controls across the finance function in a high-volume FMCG environment

Drive improvements in financial systems and reporting efficiencies

Play an active role in the day-to-day finance operations alongside the Group Financial Executive

Support key business initiatives and projects within the finance and operations team

Collaborate closely with procurement, production, and sales departments to ensure financial alignment across business functions

Industries:Staffing & Recruiting

Function: Accounting and Finance