Operational Accountant

Brief

Description:

Are you the type of finance professional who treats every number as your responsibility, follows through on commitments, and holds yourself to exceptionally high standards? Our client is seeking a highly accountable and detail-oriented Operational Accountant to take ownership of the full finance function within a busy business unit.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being the go-to person for finance, thrives in a hands‑on role, and takes pride in ensuring that financial processes, controls, reporting, and budgets are managed with accuracy and integrity.

This is a broad and rewarding role that requires an individual who is proactive, highly organised, and committed to delivering accurate financial information that supports informed business decisions.

• Take ownership of the full finance function, ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and accountability.
• Partner with business leadership to manage budgets and support strategic decision‑making.
• Drive the annual OPEX and CAPEX budgeting process and monitor expenditure against approved budgets.
• Analyse monthly management accounts and provide meaningful insights and recommendations.
• Oversee procurement, accounts payable, and expenditure controls to ensure policy compliance.
• Manage and monitor the debtor's book, collections process, and revenue tracking.
• Ensure the accurate administration and reconciliation of discounts, concessions, and billing activities.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations, journals, and month‑end reporting requirements.
• Monitor project and operational budgets to ensure effective cost control and financial oversight.
• Review payroll information and identify anomalies or concerns for management consideration.
• Train and support staff on financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Act as the key finance liaison between the business unit and shared services functions, ensuring seamless financial operations.

• 7 to 10 years' experience in a bookkeeping, accounting, or finance administration role.
• Strong understanding of financial controls, budgeting, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Proven ability to manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining exceptional accuracy.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering quality work.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to take ownership of outcomes and consistently meet deadlines.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical abilities.
• Strong Excel

• Grade 12 (essential).
• Bookkeeping Diploma or relevant financial qualification advantageous.
• Accounting and bookkeeping experience essential.