Boxer Superstores is hiring an Operations Accountant
Details
Operations Accountant (BOX241227-1)
Closing Date 2025/01/13
Reference Number BOX241227-1
Job Title Operations Accountant
Job Type Permanent
Division Operations
Department Operations
Location – Town / City Westville, Durban
Location – Province KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Country South Africa
Minimum Education Level Bachelors Degree | Advanced Diploma
Job Category Retail
Job Advert Summary
Job Title: Operations Accountant
Location: Head Office, Westville, Durban
Company: Boxer Retail Limited
Are you ready to bring your financial expertise to the heart of operational excellence and explore opportunities across South Africa?
Boxer Retail Limited is searching for a qualified and experienced Operations Accountant to join our team at one of the fastest-growing grocery retailers in Southern Africa. This role combines financial management, operational insights, and problem-solving with extensive travel to our stores nationwide, ensuring you are hands-on in driving efficiencies and delivering meaningful results in a dynamic retail environment.
Minimum Requirements
What We’re Looking For:
Qualifications:
Chartered Accountant CA(SA) or ACMA/CGMA qualified
OR comparable financial qualifications with a strong operational accounting background
Experience:
1-2+ years post-qualification experience in retail, production, manufacturing, or similar operational environments
Demonstrated ability to link financial expertise to practical operational insights
Technical Skills:
Advanced Excel proficiency
SAP experience (advantageous but not mandatory)
Analytical problem-solving with attention to detail
Ability to forecast
Other Requirements:
Ability and willingness to travel extensively
Valid driver’s license and own vehicle
Duties and Responsibilities
What You’ll Do:
Financial Management & Reporting: Manage and oversee financial processes and compliance for operational functions.
Operational Analysis: Conduct deep dives into financial and operational data to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement.
Insightful Recommendations: Provide clear, actionable insights to guide strategic and tactical decision-making.
On-Site Collaboration: Travel extensively to stores across South Africa, working closely with teams on the ground to align operational goals with financial performance.
Key Attributes We Value:
Operational Insight: Ability to link financial principles with real-world operational processes.
Problem-Solving Flair: Inquisitive mindset with a knack for uncovering anomalies and driving solutions.
Analytical Acumen: Strong ability to interpret data, recognize trends, and provide valuable recommendations.
Collaboration & Initiative: Proactively engages with teams and takes ownership of operational challenges.
Why Join Us?
This position offers an exceptional platform for career growth and development, placing you at the intersection of finance and operations in the vibrant retail sector. You’ll have the opportunity to make a tangible impact, contributing to a business that champions innovation and excellence—all while exploring diverse parts of South Africa.