Job Description

Are you the kind of Management Accountant who doesn't just report the numbers, but uses them to drive decisions? Our client, a leading player in the logistics and freight sector, is looking for a proactive and forward-thinking Management Accountant to join their high-performance finance team. In this role, you'll play a critical part in bridging finance and operations, ensuring the numbers tell a story, guide efficiency, and influence real-time business outcomes. We're looking for someone who is currently progressing toward their CIMA-qualification, brings 3-5 years of management accounting experience (ideally within logistics, distribution, or a similar operational environment), has a flair for process automation, system optimization and drives continuous improvement. If this is you, don't hesitate. Apply immediately!
As the Management Accountant, your duties include the following:
Analyse financial performance and provide insights on margins, cash flow, and cost allocations
Prepare and maintain accurate management accounts, budgets, and forecasts
Monitor actual vs. standard cost variances and ensure accurate recovery rates across business units and commodities
Conduct regular system reviews to ensure financial data aligns with operational activities
Oversee the accuracy of income statements, ERP, and budgeting tool reports
Support Terminal Management with financial projects and decision-making
Manage VAT submissions, cash flow forecasts, and monthly accounting transactions for shared entities
Review operational data and financial reports to identify trends, variances, and improvement opportunities
Maintain product and cost structures within financial systems to ensure data integrity
Provide leadership and support to junior finance staff while ensuring compliance with financial policies
Skills & Experience:
3-5 years of experience in a Management Accountant position (within an operational environment)
Sage X3 experience
CIMA or SAICA qualification
Qualification:
Completed Finance/Accounting degree
Contact JENELLE COOKSON on 021 418 1750, quoting the Ref: CTF021740.
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