Closing Date 2026/06/09 Reference Number UNI -4 Job Title Management Accountant Business Unit / Division Administration Contract HO IT Job Type Classification Permanent - Normal Location - Town / City Bryanston, Johannesburg / Brackenfell, Cape Town Location - Province Various Location - Country South Africa Minimum Education Level Bachelors Degree | Advanced Diploma Job Advert Summary The Management Accountant provides high-quality financial insight, analysis, and reporting to support strategic and operational decision-making across the organisation with a specific focus on Digital and IT, the solutions and services providers in order to optimise the value of this function to the organisation. The role partners with departmental leaders to strengthen financial understanding, improve performance, and promote accountability. Minimum Requirements Qualifications / Experience Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. Professional qualification (CIMA, ACCA, SAICA/SAIPA) advantageous. Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in management accounting, business partnering, or financial analysis. Strong Excel skills and experience with financial systems and reporting tools. Experience in a medium to large organisation beneficial. Competencies Strong management accounting and financial analysis skills. Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling. Proficiency with ERP systems, BI tools, and financial reporting platforms. Good understanding of organisational operations, cost drivers, and strategic priorities. Ability to connect financial insights to operational performance. Strong data interpretation skills and the ability to generate meaningful insights. Objective and structured problem-solving approach. Communicates financial matters clearly to non-financial stakeholders. Builds trust and positively influences decisions. Demonstrates ethical behaviour, confidentiality, and sound judgement. Digital and IT experience Duties & Responsibilities Management Accounting & Financial Analysis Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports. Perform variance analysis and highlight risks, opportunities, and trends. Develop and maintain financial models for planning, forecasting, and scenario analysis. Communicate financial insights in a clear, practical, and business-aligned manner. Digital and IT solutions and services costing Digital and IT solutions usage audits Business Partnering Collaborate with senior leaders to support strategic and operational objectives, specifically around on Digital and IT solutions requirements Provide financial insights that guide decision-making and resource allocation. Build strong, trusted relationships with non-financial stakeholders. Enhance financial understanding across the function Strengthening Financial Decision-Making Evaluate budget assumptions, forecasts, and cost drivers objectively. Engage in constructive discussions to clarify risks, assumptions, and financial inputs. Highlight gaps or inconsistencies and help refine plans where needed. Support a culture of transparency, accountability, and financial discipline. Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning Lead or support the budgeting and forecasting processes. Ensure accuracy, completeness, and strategic alignment of submissions. Maintain rolling forecasts to reflect changing business conditions. Provide insights on cost efficiency, resource use, and priority investments. Project & Investment Finance Develop and evaluate financial business cases for proposed initiatives. Track project expenditure and perform benefit realisation reviews. Provide financial support to project managers throughout the project lifecycle. Ensure proper cost allocation and accurate monitoring of performance. Supplier, Contract & Cost Management Monitor supplier-related costs and evaluate contract terms from a financial perspective. Provide cost-benefit insights for renewals, new contracts, or service changes. Highlight cost-saving opportunities or compliance concerns. Strengthen financial oversight related to procurement and supplier spend. Process, Systems & Performance Improvement Identify inefficiencies within financial and operational processes. Identify inefficiencies in the usage (over and under) in the Digital and IT solutions Recommend improvements that enhance accuracy, efficiency, and reporting. Support automation and digital tools for better financial visibility. Strengthen financial controls, frameworks, and performance metrics. #J-18808-Ljbffr