Management Accountant (Contract)

About the role

A leading manufacturing organisation in Somerset West, Western Cape is seeking a Management Accountant on a contract basis. The role offers hands‑on exposure to operational finance, reporting, governance, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Key responsibilities

• Own the weekly financial reporting process across multiple departments.
• Improve and standardise financial reporting processes and controls.
• Support financial governance and compliance activities.
• Assist with accurate and timely month‑end reporting.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting cycles.
• Perform variance analysis and investigate significant deviations.
• Monitor budget performance and identify key financial trends.
• Participate in internal and external audit processes.
• Provide financial insights to support operational and business decisions.

Required profile

• BCom Accounting degree.
• Completed SAIPA or CIMA articles.
• 2–3 years post‑articles experience.
• Strong analytical and reporting abilities.
• Manufacturing or operational finance experience is advantageous.

Required skills

What we offer

• Annual remuneration between R 400 000 and R 450 000.