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Description/Synopsis: A well-established industrial group is seeking a “hands-on” Accountant to join their finance team in Germiston. The successful candidate will take ownership of various accounting, reporting and analysis functions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has completed their articles (SAIPA, SAICA or CIMA) and is looking to build on their post-article experience in a fast-paced, manufacturing environment. Minimum Requirements: BCom Degree in Accounting or related qualification Completed SAICA, SAIPA or CIMA articles Strong analytical and reporting skills Advanced Excel skills Manufacturing or logistics sector exposure advantageous Someone who enjoys “getting their hands dirty” and being operationally involved in the business Responsibilities: · Oversee the day-to-day finance function, including cash management, billing, receivables, payables, banking and general financial administration. Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly financial analysis for the division Prepare and review income statements, journals, and reconciliations Perform monthly GL and balance sheet reconciliations to ensure data integrity and audit readiness Compile and monitor annual budgets, comparing actual results to forecasts Generate monthly management reports with financial insights for operational leadership Provide financial oversight and support across logistics, exports, and internal operational units Support inventory control and cost adjustment processes Assist with resolving supplier queries and asset register maintenance Liaise with auditors during year-end audit processes Softskills/Additional Info: Strong problem-solving and critical thinking ability Hands-on, practical approach to financial operations Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines Confident communicator across departments and teams Eagerness to take on responsibility and contribute to process improvements Desired Skills: Accounting Budgeting C Communication Excel Financial Analysis Financial Reporting About The Employer: Do you see yourself as the successful Accountant at this leading Company? Don’t delay. For similar vacancies and more exciting opportunities, please keep visiting our website or follow us on LinkedIn. [URL Removed] [URL Removed] you meet the above minimum requirements, please submit your CV and a copy of your ID and Qualifications to [Email Address Removed] . Please quote the TITLE of this vacancy in the subject line of your email as reference. Our consultants will assess your suitability to the vacancy. Should you not receive a response within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful; however, we will retain your CV and details on our database in accordance with POPIA and will contact you in the near future should a suitable position become [URL Removed] have the option to “opt-out” and request us to delete your information at any time by sending a mail to [Email Address Removed] / [Email Address Removed] . Thank you.
11,726 accountant jobs open right now — here's where
Most are in the US, but your next role might be somewhere unexpected.
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Right now there are 11,726 open accountant positions on WorkMundi. The US leads with 3,242 jobs, followed by India (2,285), Australia (1,359), Philippines (629), and Singapore (441). If you've been thinking your options are limited to one country, look again.
One practical move: search by country first, not just by job title. The accountant role differs in scope, compliance, and day-to-day work depending on where you'd be based. A position in Australia may involve different tax codes, audit standards, and reporting cycles than one in India or the US. Narrowing by location before you read descriptions saves time and helps you spot roles that actually fit your expertise.
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