Group Management Accountant

Description:

Group Management Accountant – Strategic Role in a Leading Engineering GroupLocation: Cape Town / Northern SuburbsIndustry: Engineering / ManufacturingType: Full-time | On-siteSalary: Market-relatedOur client is a respected leader in the design and manufacture of advanced engineering solutions for a range of industries across Southern Africa and beyond. They are known for innovation, precision, and their commitment to quality.They are seeking a Group Management Accountant to join their dynamic finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for financial management, reporting, and strategic analysis across multiple business units — supporting the Group Financial Manager in driving operational and financial excellence. Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare consolidated management accounts, financial reports, and forecasts for multiple entities within the group.
• Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, and improvement opportunities.
• Support the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with reporting standards.
• Maintain and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances.
• Oversee budgets and forecasts, assisting business units with financial planning.
• Conduct cost and margin analysis to support pricing, production, and strategic decisions.
• Manage cash flow reporting and assist in liquidity planning across the group.
• Liaise with auditors and support audit preparation and compliance.
• Collaborate with management and operations to ensure sound financial controls and efficient reporting.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Completed SAIPA / SAICA articles or equivalent accounting qualification.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a similar management accounting role, preferably within manufacturing or engineering.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in ERP/accounting systems (Syspro experience advantageous).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

To apply, send your CV to ane@personastaff.co.za
Persona Staff (PTY) Ltd is POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013) compliant.

Requirements:

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare consolidated management accounts, financial reports, and forecasts for multiple entities within the group.
• Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, and improvement opportunities.
• Support the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with reporting standards.
• Maintain and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances.
• Oversee budgets and forecasts, assisting business units with financial planning.
• Conduct cost and margin analysis to support pricing, production, and strategic decisions.
• Manage cash flow reporting and assist in liquidity planning across the group.
• Liaise with auditors and support audit preparation and compliance.
• Collaborate with management and operations to ensure sound financial controls and efficient reporting.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Completed SAIPA / SAICA articles or equivalent accounting qualification.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a similar management accounting role, preferably within manufacturing or engineering.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in ERP/accounting systems (Syspro experience advantageous).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

To apply, send your CV to ane@personastaff.co.za
Persona Staff (PTY) Ltd is POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013) compliant. Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare consolidated management accounts, financial reports, and forecasts for multiple entities within the group.
• Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, and improvement opportunities.
• Support the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with reporting standards.
• Maintain and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances.
• Oversee budgets and forecasts, assisting business units with financial planning.
• Conduct cost and margin analysis to support pricing, production, and strategic decisions.
• Manage cash flow reporting and assist in liquidity planning across the group.
• Liaise with auditors and support audit preparation and compliance.
• Collaborate with management and operations to ensure sound financial controls and efficient reporting.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Completed SAIPA / SAICA articles or equivalent accounting qualification.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a similar management accounting role, preferably within manufacturing or engineering.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in ERP/accounting systems (Syspro experience advantageous).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

To apply, send your CV to ane@personastaff.co.za
Persona Staff (PTY) Ltd is POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013) compliant.

• Prepare consolidated management accounts, financial reports, and forecasts for multiple entities within the group.
• Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, and improvement opportunities.
• Support the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with reporting standards.
• Maintain and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances.
• Oversee budgets and forecasts, assisting business units with financial planning.
• Conduct cost and margin analysis to support pricing, production, and strategic decisions.
• Manage cash flow reporting and assist in liquidity planning across the group.
• Liaise with auditors and support audit preparation and compliance.
• Collaborate with management and operations to ensure sound financial controls and efficient reporting.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Completed SAIPA / SAICA articles or equivalent accounting qualification.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a similar management accounting role, preferably within manufacturing or engineering.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in ERP/accounting systems (Syspro experience advantageous).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.