Senior Financial Accountant - PE

A market leader in the manufacturing and distribution sector is seeking a dynamic, hands-on and commercially astute Senior Financial Accountant to join its finance team! Reporting to the Finance Manager, the successful individual will take ownership of the full accounting function, implement cost-saving initiatives , provide leadership to the finance department, and ensure sound financial controls, compliance and reporting across the business. Key Responsibilities Month-end and year-end financial processes Preparation of management accounts and budgets Cash flow forecasting and payment planning Fixed asset management and tax schedules Foreign currency/exchange control exposure and SARB applications VAT calculations and SARS submissions Internal audits and risk management Cost-saving initiatives and financial analysis (Opex/Variable costings) General ledger reconciliations and journal entries Supplier consignment stock reconciliations Financial year-end audit preparation Day-to-day mana...