Accountant – Veterinary Industry

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Accountant – Veterinary Industry Jobs in Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com

Title: Accountant – Veterinary Industry

Company: ExecutivePlacements.com

Location: Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa

Accountant – Veterinary Industry

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR009234/MoD

Date posted:

Friday, March 27, 2026

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

Salary:

300000

SUMMARY:

Our client, a well‑established Veterinary (VET) industry leader based in Midrand, is seeking a detail‑driven and technically strong Accountant. This opportunity is ideal for a professional who has completed SAICA or SAIPA articles and gained solid post‑articles experience, preferably within a regulated, product‑driven environment such as VET, FMCG, pharmaceuticals, or manufacturing.

POSITION INFO:

The successful candidate will support the full finance function and ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance, and operational support in a fast‑paced and regulated VET environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full accounting function up to trial balance
• Prepare monthly management accounts, including variance analysis
• Perform and review debtor, creditor, bank, and general ledger reconciliations
• Maintain and manage the fixed asset register in line with company policies
• Support month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes
• Assist with internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with VET industry standards
• Support cost control initiatives, budgeting, and forecasting
• Ensure financial records align with industry regulations, internal controls, and SOPs
• Work closely with operations and supply chain teams to monitor stock, costing, and product/batch‑related financial data

Minimum Requirements:

• BCom Accounting degree or equivalent
• Completed SAICA or SAIPA articles
• 1–3 years’ post‑articles experience
• Experience in the VET, FMCG, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, or similarly regulated environment (advantageous)
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and internal controls
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with large accounting systems
• Strong attention to detail and analytical problem‑solving skills

Key Competencies:

• Analytical and deadline‑driven
• Ability to work under pressure in a compliance‑focused environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ethical, accurate, and quality‑focused

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