Financial Accountant

Financial AccountantRecruiter:Network RecruitmentJob Ref:NFR007827/NCDate posted:Sunday, November 9, 2025Location:Johannesburg, South AfricaSalary:380000 AnnuallySUMMARY:Chilled Cargo, Hot Deadlines - Ready to Own the Finance Function?POSITION INFO:Company and Job Description:Join a leading transport and logistics business where finance plays a key role in keeping operations efficient, cost-effective, and on the move. We’re looking for a Financial Accountant who is technically strong, well-organised, and confident taking ownership of the full accounting function from month-end journals to financial statement drafting.In this role, you’ll work closely with operational teams, helping translate financial insight into better decisions on the ground. You’ll also help refine internal systems and processes to strengthen controls and improve reporting accuracy.If you're looking for a role where your work is seen, valued, and felt across the business - this is it.Key Responsibilities:Prepare monthly journals, reconciliations, and management accountsDraft annual financial statements and supporting schedulesManage creditors, payments, and supplier reconciliationsOversee and process payroll and statutory submissionsMaintain accurate general ledger and balance sheet schedulesSupport budgeting, reporting, and audit preparationDevelop, refine, and implement financial systems and controlsJob Experience and Skills Required:BCom Accounting or Finance with SAICA / SAIPA / CIMA pathway1–3 years post-article accounting experienceExperience drafting financial statements (essential)Strong understanding of journals, reconciliations, payroll, and creditorsSage and Pastel Partner experience requiredStrong Excel skills and a continuous improvement mindsetClear communicator with the ability to collaborate across departmentsApply now and bring your technical skill into an environment where finance makes a visible impact every day.For more exciting Finance opportunities, please visit:/>I also specialise in recruiting for: Financial Accountants Management Accountants Cost Accountants Finance Business Partners Financial ManagersIf you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for other suitable opportunities.Specialist Recruitment ConsultantConnect with me on LinkedIn: natasha-carr-475688244