Are you an experienced Project Accountant looking to contribute to the delivery of large-scale renewable energy projects in South Africa?
We are seeking a Project Accountant for a 2-year fixed-term contract to support the financial management of multiple utility-scale renewable energy projects during their construction phase.
This opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional with experience in construction finance, project cost control, cash flow management and financial reporting, who thrives in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Funding & Drawdowns: Prepare monthly cash calls, debt and equity drawdown calculations, utilisation requests and funding reconciliations.
Construction Cost Control: Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets, maintain variation and contingency registers, prepare cost-to-complete schedules and conduct variance analysis.
Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly management accounts, process journals and accruals, perform balance sheet reconciliations and support annual financial reporting.
Treasury & Cash Management: Prepare cash flow forecasts, monitor project bank accounts, perform reconciliations and track VAT refunds.
Accounts Payable: Manage supplier and contractor invoices, payment processing and reconciliations using NetSuite.
Governance & Compliance: Maintain accurate financial records, support internal and external audits and ensure compliance with project financing agreements and financial controls.
Qualifications & Experience:
BCom degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
5–10 years' relevant accounting experience.
Previous experience in construction, infrastructure or renewable energy projects is advantageous.
Proven experience preparing management accounts and supporting annual financial statement preparation.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Strong financial reconciliation, analytical and organisational skills.
Ability to manage competing deadlines and collaborate with project teams, contractors and financial stakeholders.
