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Senior Financial Accountant Jobs in Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Senior Financial Accountant
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa
Senior Financial Accountant
Recruiter:
Innovazi Consulting
Job Ref:
DBN000040/PM
Date posted:
Friday, April 17, 2026
Location:
Centurion, South Africa
SUMMARY:
Senior Financial Accountant | Centurion
My client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Financial Accountant to take ownership of a consolidated finance function, combining financial accounting, reporting, and project finance responsibilities.
POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements:
- BCom Accounting / Finance or equivalent (NQF Level 7)
- CA(SA) / SAIPA / CIMA or equivalent (advantageous)
- Minimum 10+ years’ experience in senior finance roles
- Strong experience in project / contract accounting
- Solid knowledge of IFRS and South African tax legislation
- Experience in management accounts, reporting, and forecasting
- Advanced Excel and ERP systems (SAP / Sage / Pastel, etc.)
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the full financial accounting function, including general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end/year-end processes
- Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with IFRS
- Manage and maintain the integrity of financial records and reporting
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
- Prepare management accounts and deliver detailed variance analysis and reporting
- Manage financial oversight of multiple projects or contracts simultaneously
- Develop, monitor, and track project budgets, forecasts, and cost performance
- Analyse project variances and provide insights on financial performance
- Support project billing, invoicing, and revenue recognition processes
- Manage cash flow, working capital, and financial planning inputs
- Coordinate and manage internal and external audit processes
- Ensure compliance with SARS requirements including VAT, PAYE, and income tax
- Maintain and strengthen internal controls and financial governance processes
- Engage with auditors, stakeholders, and management on financial matters
- Provide financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making
- Support and guide operational teams on financial processes and cost management
- Drive improvements in financial systems, reporting, and processes