SENIOR ACCOUNTANT -DURBAN
Finance / Accounting
Durban South Coast, Durban – KwaZulu Natal
Our client is an established and growing logistics company based in the South of Durban, providing end-to-end supply chain solutions across South Africa and sub-Saharan Africa. With a fleet of vehicles and a dynamic operations team, they pride themselves on operational excellence and financial integrity.
Duties
The Senior Accountant will take ownership of the full accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and sound financial controls. This is a hands-on role suited to a seasoned accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, logistics-driven environment.
- Manage the full accounting function including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable and fixed assets
- Prepare monthly management accounts, variance analysis and financial reports for senior management
- Oversee cash flow management, bank reconciliations and treasury functions
- Ensure compliance with SARS requirements including VAT returns, PAYE submissions and income tax
- Coordinate and manage the annual audit process and liaise with external auditors
- Prepare and review budgets and forecasts in collaboration with department heads
- Monitor and control costs across fleet, fuel, maintenance and operational expenditure
- Implement and maintain robust internal financial controls and accounting policies
- Supervise and mentor junior finance staff
- Assist with contract costing, route profitability analysis and pricing support for the operations teaminimum Requirements
- BCom Accounting or equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification
- Completed SAICA, SAIPA or CIMA articles / qualification (advantageous)
- Minimum 5–8 years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a senior role
- Experience in the logistics, transport or supply chain sector is strongly preferred
- Proficiency in accounting software (Pastel Evolution, SAP, Sage 300 or similar)
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Strong knowledge of South African tax legislation and IFRS for SMEs
es & Attributes
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills — able to engage with non-financial stakeholders
- Trustworthy, professional and discreet in handling confidential financial information
- Proactive, self-managed and solutions-oriented
Please apply only if you meet the criteria fully
If you do not hear from us within 14 days, kindly consider your application as unsuccesful this time
