16 Accounting Operations jobs in Johannesburg

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Are you a Financial Operations Controller ready to experience the pinnacle of global healthcare solutions? This opportunity is for you!

Job & Company Description:
With operations spanning over 60 countries and production facilities across multiple continents, this client has an extensive network that ensures seamless supply of essential medicines and healthcare products worldwide. They are committed to upholding the highest standards of quality and safety, adhering to strict regulatory requirements, and implementing rigorous quality control measures that will guarantee the safety and efficacy of all end products.

The successful candidate would ideally come from the manufacturing or pharmaceutical industry and will report to the Head of Finance. The main deliverables include preparing budgets and forecasts, preparing monthly management packs, conducting cost centre reviews, and analysing expenses.

Job Experience and Skills Required:

• BCom Accounting
• SAP Exposure

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The Financial Operations Consultant will play a key role in developing financial strategies, managing financial systems, and ensuring compliance across the business.

The role focuses on driving financial performance, mitigating risks, and supporting operational excellence, while also contributing to business development and client relationship management.

Salary: R52 500 – R55 000 per month.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Financial Strategy & Analysis:

• Develop and implement financial strategies to support business objectives.
• Build financial models and forecasts to guide decision-making.
• Analyse financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.

2. Financial Systems & Compliance:

• Oversee accounting systems and financial management tools, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, statutory, and internal financial requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date, effective financial processes and controls.

3. Risk Management:

• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks (credit, market, and operational).
• Develop and implement risk management strategies to safeguard the business.

4. Leadership & Team Support:

• Provide guidance and coaching to operational teams to drive performance.
• Support efficiency and effectiveness in day-to-day financial operations.

5. Business Development & Client Engagement:

• Support the growth of the business division through new opportunities.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing clients.
• Identify and develop innovative opportunities to enhance business performance.

Requirements:

• CA(SA) or Finance-related qualification.
• 2–3 years post-articles experience for CAs OR 5 years’ relevant experience for other finance professionals.
• Prior experience in one or more of the following industries:
  • Telecommunications
  • Property
  • Manufacturing
  • IT Services
  • Industrial

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:

• Strong operational and financial management expertise.
• Innovative, solutions-driven thinker.
• High responsiveness and agility.
• Strong business acumen with proven ability to identify opportunities.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence and drive positive results.

• Lead and inspire a talented finance team while shaping the financial future of a high-profile business unit
• Drive strategic initiatives that align with transformation goals, including B-BBEE objectives
• Gain exposure to international best practices in finance, governance, and operational management
• Take ownership of key processes from audits and reporting to tax compliance and asset management
• Work closely with senior leadership and the Board of Directors, influencing critical business decisions

• Provide exceptional people leadership identify training needs, nurture talent, and drive succession planning
• Ensure robust financial governance and streamline systems and processes for efficiency
• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders, delivering timely and reliable financial insights
• Take charge of annual audits, financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and Board reporting

• BCom in Finance or Accounting, with completed articles or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years in a financial management role with direct staff supervision
• Professional accounting body registration is a plus
• Prior experience in hospitality or gaming is highly desirable
• Strong knowledge of South African tax
• Excellent leadership, communication, and results-driven skills

Our Client, a leader in the Market, is seeking a Gauteng-based Financial Operations Manager, with completed Articles and at least 5 years’ experience in a general financial management position.

• Display people leadership by identifying and managing training, coaching, and development requirements.
• Deliver financial planning & results by aligning financial strategies with BBBEE transformational agenda.
• Stakeholder relationship management.
• Ownership of annual audit and financial statements.
• Ownership of asset control and fixed asset accounting.
• Preparation & review of taxation & tax compliance (incl. income tax, VAT, and gambling tax).
• Compiling and maintaining budgets.
• Compiling reports and financial packs for submission to the Board of Directors.

• BComm Finance/Accounting with Articles or equivalent.
• 5 years experience of staff management.
• Registration with a Professional Accounting body is an advantage.
• Experience in a hospitality/gaming environment is an advantage.
• Knowledge of SA tax.
• Knowledge of gambling tax would be beneficial.
• Excellent report writing skills and proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, an accounting package (preferably Great Plains), and a fixed asset package.
• Display effective leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively to meet tightly scheduled deadlines.
• Willing to work overtime (when required).

R600 000 - Market Related

• CA(SA) or Finance-related qualification.
• 23 years post-articles experience for CAs OR 5 years relevant experience for other finance professionals.
• Prior experience in one or more of the following industries:
  ▪ Telecommunications
  ■Property
  ■Manufacturing
  ■IT Services
  ■Industrial

• Strong operational and financial management expertise.
• Innovative, solutions-driven thinker.
• High responsiveness and agility.
• Strong business acumen with proven ability to identify opportunities.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence and drive positive results.