Job Description

The Role

The Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, performing reconciliations, ensuring compliance with applicable financial regulations, and supporting the broader finance function with budgeting, reporting, and audit preparation. This role contributes to sound financial stewardship and the effective execution of the company's financial strategy.

Key responsibilities include:

Reconciliations, Financial Accounting & Reporting

Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and income statement analysis. Investigate and resolve reconciling items timeously. Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with internal financial policies and procedures. Prepare general ledger journals to ensure timely month-end close processes. Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in accordance with IFRS and internal policies. Support year-end statutory reporting and internal and external audit processes. Assist with ad hoc reconciliations and reports as and when required.

Accounts Payable, Receivable and Other Transactions

Process supplier invoices, ensure proper approvals, approve supplier invoices, and prepare payment batches. Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding invoices. Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to resolve queries. Review and approval of expense claims ensuring compliance with accounting and VAT requirements. Process and assist with ad hoc transactions as and when required.

Tax & Compliance

Prepare VAT reconciliations and ensure accurate and timely submission of statutory returns. Support compliance with tax regulations and liaise with tax authorities and tax consultants as required. Assist with ad hoc tax and compliance tasks as and when required.

Systems & Process Improvement

Support the implementation and optimisation of financial systems and processes. Identify opportunities for automation, standardisation, and efficiency gains within the finance function.

KEY COMPETENCIES

Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy. Analytical mindset and problem-solving capabilities. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion. Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines.

PREFERRED ADVANTAGE

Experience in the renewable energy, infrastructure, or project finance sectors. Exposure to multi-entity, multi-currency environments. Working knowledge of IFRS 16, IFRS 9, and project accounting.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (BCom Accounting or equivalent). Completed articles or at least 2-3 years' relevant experience in a similar role. Knowledge of IFRS and local tax legislation. Proficiency in financial systems (e.g. NetSuite) and strong Excel skills.

CHARACTER & ATTRIBUTES

Meticulous in reviewing invoices and financial documents for accuracy, completeness and compliance Able to collaborate effectively within the finance team and across departments Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines Maintain high ethical standards and confidentiality in handling financial information Willingness to adapt to changing environment and company procedures Excellent written and verbal communication skills Enthusiastic commitment to the renewable energy industry Ability to demonstrate high standards of ethical conduct, honesty and integrity Self-motivated with the ability to work both individually and as a positive part of a small, skilled, and highly focused team, with a "can-do" attitude and willingness to take ownership of delivering on their goals Resourceful, well organized and effective at accomplishing objectives Ability to learn quickly and meet deadlines Ability to problem-solve

Employment Package Outline:

Salary:

Market-Related

Benefits:

Medical aid


Retirement contribution


Employee assistant programme


Professional development opportunities

Rewards:

Performance bonus



All applicants are thanked for their interest.


Applications that have not been responded to within 30 days of the closing date should be regarded as unsuccessful.


Communication will be with shortlisted candidates only.

Closing date: 23 July 2025