Description:
Career Opportunity: Financial Accountant (Temporary Contract)
Job Title: Financial Accountant
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (2–4 Months)
Location: Germiston, Gauteng
Industry: Engineering / Manufacturing / Industrial Services
Reports To: Finance Manager
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: R30 000 – R42 000 per month (dependent on experience)
Are you an experienced Financial Accountant available immediately or at short notice for a fixed-term contract?
An established organisation based in Germiston, Gauteng is seeking a Temporary Financial Accountant to support its finance function during a defined project period. This role requires a hands-on accounting professional who can take ownership of reporting, compliance, and financial analysis in a structured corporate environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering accurate, timely financial information while supporting management with reporting and technical accounting requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Accounting
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Prepare accurate monthly management accounts.
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Ensure correct recording and tax treatment of financial transactions.
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Maintain accurate financial records within the accounting system.
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Perform expense analysis and investigate variances.
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Manage fixed assets and related reconciliations.
Compliance & Controls
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Ensure compliance with IFRS and South African tax legislation.
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Adhere to internal control frameworks and financial governance.
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Support audit-related queries and ad hoc technical accounting matters.
Analysis & Support
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Perform management accounting and data analysis.
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Respond to ad hoc reporting and technical accounting queries.
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Support the Finance Manager with project-based finance requirements.
Minimum Requirements
Qualification:
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BCom Degree in Accounting or equivalent
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Completed Audit Articles (SAICA) (essential)
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CA(SA) qualification advantageous
Experience:
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4–5 years’ experience in a financial accounting role
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Exposure to a corporate or industrial environment advantageous
Skills & Competencies:
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Strong technical accounting knowledge (IFRS and taxation)
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Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills
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Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
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High attention to detail and accuracy
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Fluent in English and Afrikaans
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Valid driver’s license
Systems:
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Experience with ERP and accounting systems
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Payroll system exposure advantageous
How to Apply
If you are available to start immediately or at short notice and meet the above requirements:
📧 Email: lidene.pienaar@hireresolve.us
🌐 Apply online: www.hireresolve.co.za
📌 Reference: TempFinancialAccountant_Germiston_2026
Should you not hear back from us within 3-5 business days, please deem your application as unsuccessful at this time. Our consultants will reach out should you match any other alternative vacancies.
Requirements:
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Prepare accurate monthly management accounts.
-
Ensure correct recording and tax treatment of financial transactions.
-
Maintain accurate financial records within the accounting system.
-
Perform expense analysis and investigate variances.
-
Manage fixed assets and related reconciliations.
-
Ensure compliance with IFRS and South African tax legislation.
-
Adhere to internal control frameworks and financial governance.
-
Support audit-related queries and ad hoc technical accounting matters.
-
Perform management accounting and data analysis.
-
Respond to ad hoc reporting and technical accounting queries.
-
Support the Finance Manager with project-based finance requirements.
-
BCom Degree in Accounting or equivalent
-
Completed Audit Articles (SAICA) (essential)
-
CA(SA) qualification advantageous
-
4–5 years’ experience in a financial accounting role
-
Exposure to a corporate or industrial environment advantageous
-
Strong technical accounting knowledge (IFRS and taxation)
-
Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills
-
Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
-
High attention to detail and accuracy
-
Fluent in English and Afrikaans
-
Valid driver’s license
-
Experience with ERP and accounting systems
-
Payroll system exposure advantageous