Management Accountant

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description

A national leader in integrated logistics and fleet solutions is seeking a driven Management Accountant to join their fast-paced finance team. Operating across warehousing, linehaul, distribution, and supply chain services, this business moves with precision and needs a finance professional who can do the same. The role offers hands-on exposure to operational finance, decision support, and margin management, with the opportunity to influence outcomes across multiple business units.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and deliver monthly management accounts, variance reports, and financial performance summaries
  • Perform detailed margin, cost, and profitability analysis across business segments
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes
  • Monitor and report on operational KPIs, overheads, and fleet cost allocations
  • Business partner with operations, depot managers, and senior stakeholders
  • Analyse trends and provide commercial insights to improve decision-making
  • Ensure accuracy of cost allocations, accruals, and month-end journals
  • Assist with CAPEX tracking, project costing, and internal control compliance
  • Participate in internal audits and assist with external audit readiness
Job Experience & Skills Required:
  • Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a management accounting role, ideally within logistics, transport, supply chain, or warehousing
  • Strong understanding of operational finance, cost control, and financial planning
  • Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel required
  • BCom in Accounting/Management Accounting essential; CIMA qualification or progress toward it highly advantageous
  • Excellent analytical skills, strong business acumen, and ability to communicate with both finance and non-finance teams
  • High attention to detail, deadline-driven, and hands-on approach to problem-solving
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Camryn Basson

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1506743
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned