Financial Accountant: Retail at TWK Agri

Job Summary

• This role involves managing and overseeing financial accounting functions within the Trade division to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance, and effective financial control.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining financial records, supporting budgeting and forecasting processes, conducting financial analysis, managing reconciliations, and contributing to strategic decision-making while promoting continuous improvement within finance operations.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare monthly and quarterly reports
• Ensure accurate recording and classification of financial transactions
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes
• Compile and analyse financial data for reporting
• Review financial statements for accuracy and compliance
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
• Conduct regular general ledger audits and resolve discrepancies
• Ensure accuracy of accounting data through proper transaction recording
• Support budget and forecast preparation
• Monitor budgets and provide variance analysis
• Collaborate with departments on budget requirements
• Monitor and implement internal controls
• Assist with audit preparation and documentation
• Conduct financial analysis and reporting
• Provide financial insights for strategic decisions
• Collaborate with teams to support financial planning
• Communicate financial updates to management and stakeholders
• Promote continuous improvement in finance operations

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 3–5 years’ post-articles experience in a financial or accounting environment
• Professional designation advantageous, e.g. AG(SA), SAIPA, or CA(SA)
• Strong proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel
• Experience with Power BI and SAP will be advantageous
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Understanding of the industry and its financial dynamics
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Valid driver’s license (Code 08)
• Bilingual (English and Afrikaans) (advantageous)
• Willing to travel

Closing Date 26 June 2026