Description
Our UK client is an innovative subscription-based company in the retail and beverage sector. They’re growing rapidly and are now looking for a skilled and analytical Senior Management Accountant to join their finance team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and wants to move beyond just reporting the numbers — someone who can dive deep, challenge the status quo, and influence commercial decisions.
You’ll be a key part of a small but mighty finance team, working closely with the Head of Finance and CFO to manage month-end processes, develop financial reports, and support business growth through proactive analysis and insight. This is a strategic role that blends classic accounting with commercial impact.
This is a remote position open to those living anywhere in South Africa.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead monthly financial close, including P&L analysis, journal postings, and balance sheet reconciliations
- Perform turnover and cost of goods sold analysis
- Own stock management and valuation, reconciling balances with Xero
- Conduct monthly reviews with business units, providing cost analysis and driving accountability
- Support the Head of Finance and CFO in implementing new processes and control improvements
- Create rolling forecasts and scenario models for costs, income, and cash flow
- Analyse order-level profitability and develop reporting tools to aid financial understanding
- Collaborate with other departments on project tracking, budgeting, and forecasting
- Assist with audit preparation, retail bond management, and year-end processes
- Provide cover during periods of absence for other finance team members
Skills, Experience & Requirements
Required
- ACCA, CIMA, or SAIPA/SAICA equivalent qualified, with 3+ years post-qualification experience
- Previous experience in a fast-paced finance role, ideally in retail or inventory-based businesses
- Strong Excel and data modelling skills
- Experience using Xero and G Suite is a plus
- Comfortable challenging assumptions and explaining the story behind the numbers
- A self-starter with an analytical mindset and a love for process improvement
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and explain financial concepts clearly
- High attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and confidentiality around sensitive data
- Ambition and curiosity, someone looking for “we did it” moments, not just maintenance mode
Load Shedding
Applicants must be able to ensure they can maintain internet and power during office hours.
