Operations

Management Accountant

Humankind Group·Johannesburg, Gauteng, south-africa·FULL_TIME
OperationsseniorFULL_TIME
-Closes Nov 26, 2026

Minimum Requirements CA(SA) qualification is essential Post-article experience is essential Experience in management accounting, financial reporting and analysis Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis Advanced Excel skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Commercially minded with the ability to translate financial information into actionable insights Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Experience within a manufacturing, engineering, equipment or commercial environment will be advantageous Key Duties & Responsibilities Prepare and deliver accurate monthly management accounts and financial reports Analyse financial performance, including budget vs actual variances Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting processes Provide financial analysis and insights to support management decision-making Monitor and analyse costs, profitability and operational performance Prepare financial models, reports and ad hoc management analysis Identify financial trends, risks and opportunities within the business Partner with operational and commercial stakeholders to improve financial performance Assist with financial planning and forecasting Support month-end and year-end financial processes Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial information Contribute to process improvements and finance optimisation initiatives Provide financial insights to senior management and other key stakeholders What We're Looking For We are looking for a driven, analytical and commercially minded CA(SA) who can move beyond traditional reporting and add genuine value to the business. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with large amounts of financial information, identifying trends and translating numbers into meaningful business insights. If you are a CA(SA) with solid post-article experience and are ready to take the next step in your career, this could be an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation and make a meaningful commercial impact. To apply, please send your CV to:

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Company

Humankind Group

Location

Johannesburg, Gauteng, south-africa

Employment

FULL_TIME

Experience

senior

Valid until

November 26, 2026

Created

October 27, 2026

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