Job Description

The Role
The Project Finance Accountant is responsible for the financial management, reporting, and compliance of assigned projects. This role ensures accurate accounting of project costs, revenue recognition, funding, and cash flows, supporting strategic decision-making and adherence to internal policies, IFRS, and relevant regulatory requirements. The role acts as a key interface between project management, finance, and external stakeholders to ensure financial integrity and project profitability.
Key responsibilities include:

• Project Accounting & Reporting

• Maintain detailed project accounts, ensuring proper costing.
• Prepare monthly project financial statements and management reports.
• Ensure proper allocation of indirect costs and overheads.
• Budgeting & Forecasting

• Assist in preparing annual project budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Track project variances and provide explanations to management.
• Revenue & Cost Recognition

• Apply correct accounting treatment for revenue.
• Ensure costs are captured accurately in alignment with project agreements.
• Cash Flow & Funding Management

• Monitor project cash flows, funding requirements, and capital drawdowns.
• Liaise with treasury accountant and project managers to ensure liquidity for project execution.
• Compliance & Audit Support

• Ensure compliance with IFRS and local statutory requirements.
• Provide documentation and support for internal and external audits.
• Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a point of contact between finance, project managers, and external stakeholders.
• Provide financial insights to support decision-making and risk mitigation.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Strong technical accounting and project finance knowledge.
• Proficiency in IFRS and project accounting principles.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills; experience with ERP/Project systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in reporting.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (essential).
• Professional qualification (e.g., CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA, or ACT treasury certification) advantageous.
• 35 years of experience in project accounting or project finance, ideally within renewable energy, infrastructure, or large-scale capital projects.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting in complex project environments.
• Exposure to funding agreements, donor/grant reporting, or project financing structures is a plus.

CHARACTER & ATTRIBUTES

• High integrity, ethical conduct, and accountability.
• Detail-oriented with strong numerical accuracy.
• Proactive and solutions-driven in resolving financial issues.
• Resilient under pressure, able to meet deadlines in fast-paced environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence without authority.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to balance detail and big-picture considerations.
• 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

Employment Package Outline:
Salary:
Market-Related
Benefits:
Medical aid
Retirement contribution
Employee assistant programme
Professional development opportunities
Rewards:
Performance bonus
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