Management Accountant

Department: Finance

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Johannesburg

As a Management Accountant, you will play a crucial role in managing and maintaining the financial records of a Hub withing the Sumer Group. Working closely with the internal finance team based in the UK - you will be responsible for the preparation of management accounts, statutory accounts and VAT returns, as well as providing insightful financial analysis to support the firm’s leadership in decision-making.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented individual who thrives in a dynamic environment and is keen to contribute to the financial health of a respected professional services firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly management accounts in accordance with the group reporting timetable
• Compilation of monthly operational KPI data book
• Perform monthly reconciliations for bank accounts, control accounts, and balance sheet items.
• Process and review internal financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and staff expenses.
• Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts and regulatory filings.
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure financial information is accurate and up to date.
• Support the preparation of quarterly VAT returns and other tax compliance requirements.
• Provide ad-hoc financial reports and analysis as required by senior management.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

We would expect the successful candidate to demonstrate the following:

• Be a qualified accountant (CA(SA)) or CIMA or SAIPA Accountant) or have equivalent experience.
• Currently working as a management accountant within a professional services firm is highly beneficial
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, management accounting, and internal controls.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Working experience of Xero and Sage Intacct.
• Experience using accounting and practice management software. In particular, this role will work closely with Access Dimensions (accounting system) and Practice Engine (practice management system)
• Excellent attention to detail and strong numerical skills.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Be highly organised, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple deadlines.
• Experience working in an Offshore team will be beneficial