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Group Management Accountant

Cape Town Northern Suburbs
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Finance
Reference: CPT006056/CS

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Employer: Persona Staff

Group Management Accountant â€“ Strategic Role in a Leading Engineering GroupLocation: Cape Town / Northern SuburbsIndustry: Engineering / ManufacturingType: Full-time | On-siteSalary: Market-relatedOur client is a respected leader in the design and manufacture of advanced engineering solutions for a range of industries across Southern Africa and beyond. They are known for innovation, precision, and their commitment to quality.They are seeking a Group Management Accountant to join their dynamic finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for financial management, reporting, and strategic analysis across multiple business units â€” supporting the Group Financial Manager in driving operational and financial excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare consolidated management accounts, financial reports, and forecasts for multiple entities within the group.
Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, and improvement opportunities.
Support the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with reporting standards.
Maintain and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances.
Oversee budgets and forecasts, assisting business units with financial planning.
Conduct cost and margin analysis to support pricing, production, and strategic decisions.
Manage cash flow reporting and assist in liquidity planning across the group.
Liaise with auditors and support audit preparation and compliance.
Collaborate with management and operations to ensure sound financial controls and efficient reporting.

Requirements:

Bachelorâs degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Completed SAIPA / SAICA articles or equivalent accounting qualification.
Minimum 3â5 yearsâ experience in a similar management accounting role, preferably within manufacturing or engineering.
Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in ERP/accounting systems (Syspro experience advantageous).
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy under pressure.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

To apply, send your CV to craig@personastaff.co.za
Persona Staff (PTY) Ltd is POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013) compliant.

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Vision
PERSONA’s vision is to allow our Clients to focus on their core activities, and let PERSONA manage the responsibility of staff recruitment; ensuring the perfect fit between candidate and client for the most efficient and effective workforce.
PERSONA is committed to delivering the best service to our clients and candidates.

We recruit in the following industries:
Financial Services, Manufacturing, Engineering, Retail, Banking, Telecommunications, Information technology, Electronics, Logistics, Mechanical, Sales & Marketing, Office Support, Warehousing, Distribution and Supervision Staff

Services offered:
To our clients:-
Recruitment of permanent staff at all levels
In depth staff selection
Salary surveys
Advertising of available positions
Comprehensive interviewing
Screening of potential candidates according to client’s specifications
Reference checks (on possible candidate)
ITC checks (on possible candidate)
Criminal checks (on possible candidate)
More background checks on request.
Psychometric testing (additional services)
Preparing of Job descriptions
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To possible candidate and job seekers:-
Professional resume
Regular correspondence
Interviewing tips
Summary of client information
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