Operations

Management Accountant

Vital Element (Pty) Ltd·Westville, south-africa·Default
Operationsentry-levelDefault
-Closes Dec 7, 2026

A well-established manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Financial Management Accountant to join its finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This opportunity offers exposure to a dynamic operational environment and may be renewed based on business requirements and performance.

Responsibilities:

Prepare monthly financial and management reports accurately and within required deadlines

Perform group reporting requirements, including weekly, monthly and ad hoc reporting

Maintain the General Ledger and related accounting sub-modules within the ERP system

Prepare and submit VAT returns and ensure ongoing tax compliance

Monitor, implement and maintain effective internal controls

Process and record cash transactions, monitor cash positions and prepare cash flow forecasts

Review creditor payments and process bank transfers

Support supply chain and cost management initiatives

Process purchase requisitions and related financial transactions

Assist with the preparation and consolidation of annual budgets

Prepare statutory returns and ensure timely submissions

Coordinate audit preparation and liaise with external auditors

Maintain the fixed asset register

Provide general financial administration support and assist with special projects as required

Requirements:

Bachelor of Commerce Degree with Financial Accounting and/or Management Accounting as majors

Strong understanding of financial reporting and management accounting principles

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Proven experience managing month-end reporting processes

Experience with ERP systems (SYSPRO experience will be advantageous)

Sound knowledge of VAT, statutory compliance and internal controls

Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving abilities

Ability to work independently while meeting tight deadlines

What We're Looking For:The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, commercially minded and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills and the ability to engage with multiple stakeholders across the business are essential.If you meet the above requirements and are looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Desired Skills:

SYSPRO

Management Accounts

Financial Accounting

Accounts Management

Balance Sheet

Monthly Accounting

VAT

General Ledger

Internal controls

Fixed Assets

Desired Qualification Level:

Degree

At a glance

Company

Vital Element (Pty) Ltd

Location

Westville, south-africa

Employment

Default

Experience

entry-level

Valid until

December 7, 2026

Created

November 3, 2026

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