Financial Accountant – Manufacturing Industry

📍 Location: Cape Town
💰 Salary: R780 000 – R800 000 per annum (Negotiable, including 7.5% company provident fund contribution)
🕓 Employment Type: Permanent

Are you a newly qualified or experienced Financial Accountant living in Cape Town and ready to take your career to the next level?
Hire Resolve’s client, a leading organisation in the manufacturing industry, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Financial Accountant to join their dynamic finance team permanently. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who have completed their SAICA articles and want to apply their technical skills in a hands-on, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries.

• Conduct monthly and annual financial close activities and reconciliations.

• Maintain accurate and compliant financial records aligned with IFRS and internal standards.

• Review supplier reconciliations and oversee payment releases.

• Process forex payments and ensure proper documentation.

• Prepare and submit statutory returns (e.g., VAT201, EMP201).

• Assist with internal and external audits and financial assessments.

• Support cash flow management and financial forecasting.

• Develop and maintain financial tracking spreadsheets and databases.

• Ensure adherence to all reporting and submission deadlines.

Requirements:

• Currently Living In Cape Town (NB)

• Completed SAICA articles (essential)

• CA(SA) qualification preferred, though Professional Accountant AGA(SA) will also be considered

• Candidates who have just completed their articles are encouraged to apply

• 3+ years’ experience in an accounting role (post-articles experience advantageous)

• Strong proficiency in MS Excel (pivots, vlookups, xlookups)

• Experience with ERP systems (Syspro preferred)

• Knowledge of IFRS and IFRS for SMEs advantageous

• Excellent communication, administrative, and time management skills

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and accountability

Skills & Attributes:

• Analytical and deadline-driven mindset

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

• Professional, proactive, and reliable

• Team player who can work independently

How to Apply:

If you are a driven accounting professional looking to advance your career, apply now!

Send your comprehensive CV to the Hire Resolve team and connect with Lidene Pienaar via LinkedIn today!

📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: www.hireresolve.co.za

Apply today to take the next step in your finance career!

Should you not hear back within 3–5 business days, please deem your application as unsuccessful at this time. We will keep your CV on file should a more suitable opportunity arise.