Job Description

Financial Accountant - Renewable Energy Sector
Cape Town, South Africa
Join a leading renewable energy developer and operator that's powering Africa's clean energy transition. With a diversified portfolio spanning solar PV, wind, gas, BESS, and geothermal technologies, this company plays a pivotal role in advancing sustainable power generation across the continent. They are seeking a Financial Accountant to support their Group Finance function by ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities

• Manage transactional and reporting processes, including month-end entries, accruals, tax, deferred tax, and intercompany transactions.
• Prepare and reconcile intercompany recharges and accounts.
• Maintain fixed asset registers, track capital expenditure, and process asset disposals.
• Prepare balance sheet and income statement reconciliations, payroll journals, and key account reconciliations.
• Deliver finance inputs and variance analysis for monthly shareholder and board reports.
• Complete year-end packs and manage tax submissions (VAT, income tax, WHT).
• Collaborate with treasury on cash flow management, debtor collections, and creditor payments.
• Support audit processes, compliance reporting, and year-end financial statements.
• Partner with operational teams on budgeting, forecasting, and system uploads.
• Provide ad hoc administrative and project support to the broader finance team.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical mindset.
• Deadline-driven with strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Effective communicator, both written and verbal.
• Team-oriented, yet capable of working independently.
• Adaptable and proactive in a dynamic environment.
• Quick learner with a solutions-driven approach.

Experience, Knowledge & Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) Non negotiable.
• Minimum 3 years post-articles experience in a commercial or corporate environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Experience working with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Knowledge of financial systems, internal controls, and accounting processes.
• Exposure to renewable energy, asset-intensive industries, or multi-entity environments advantageous.
• Experience in a shared services environment beneficial.

Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Industry: Renewable Energy / Power Generation

Skills Required