Financial Accountant - Full Accounting Function – Milnerton (Permanent)

Job Title: Financial Accountant - Full Accounting Function – Milnerton Start Date: 2026-08-26 - 2026-09-25 Vacancy Type: Permanent CPT005871 Sectors: Finance Location: Western Cape , Milnerton Salary: (Market related) Brief: accountant|financial accountant|professional accountant|project accountant|senior accountant Are you an experienced Financial Accountant ready to take ownership of a full accounting function? Our client in Milnerton is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to manage the finance function across three entities, including month-end, management accounts, reconciliations, SARS/VAT compliance, cash flow and reporting. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years' experience, strong Excel and accounting software skills, and the ability to work independently while improving processes and controls. Detail: REQUIREMENTS A degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field Strong month-end, reconciliation and management reporting Minimum 5 years' relevant accounting experience Experience managing a broad accounting function independently Strong understanding of South African VAT, SARS and statutory requirements Good working knowledge of accounting software, preferably Sage Pastel Strong Microsoft Excel skills Excellent attention to detail The ability to work independently and meet deadlines Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to investigate discrepancies Good communication skills and the ability to work with non-finance teams The following would be beneficial: Experience with multi-currency transactions and foreign supplier payments Experience with customer deposits, refunds, supplier prepayments and margin reporting Experience improving finance processes, reconciliations and internal controls DUTIES Manage the day-to-day accounting function for the company group Own the month-end close process, including journals, accruals, provisions and reconciliations Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports Perform bank, supplier, customer and balance sheet reconciliations Maintain accurate accounts payable and receivable records Support SARS submissions, VAT, PAYE and statutory compliance requirements Assist with cash flow reporting, supplier payment planning, budgeting and forecasting Improve accounting processes, internal controls and reporting workflows Salary: R negotiable dependent on experience Join us on SOCIAL MEDIA or visit our WEBSITE for more information. See links below. Follow us on Facebook Follow us on LinkedIn Visit our Website show more... For more information please contact: Jolene Voges Apply