Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Analysis

Develop and manage detailed project budgets, forecasts, and financial models. Monitor project financial performance and provide variance analysis. Advise project teams on cost optimization and financial risk mitigation.

Invoicing & Collections

Ensure timeous invoicing to the client in terms of the contract. Reporting of invoice variances to the stakeholders and senior leadership. Ensure collections within the terms of the contract and the provisions of the collections policy.

Project Governance & Compliance

Ensure adherence to financial policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Lead financial audits and reviews related to project activities. Maintain accurate and timely financial reporting for all projects.

Stakeholder Engagement

Collaborate with project managers, finance teams, and senior leadership to align financial goals. Present financial insights and recommendations to senior leadership. Serve as the financial point of contact for external partners and auditors.

Reporting & Documentation

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for projects. Track key financial KPIs and provide actionable insights. Maintain comprehensive documentation of financial transactions and decisions.

Leadership & Mentorship

Lead and mentor project financial analysts. Ensure the financial and systems training of new project managers and refresher training for existing project managers. Promote best practices in financial management across project teams.

International Accounting

Assistance with the registration of international entities. Establishment of minimum operating controls of a new entity. Ensure proper record keeping, financial management and compliance, including international tax and exchange control.

Education, Language & Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.

Experience

Minimum 810 years of experience in project financial management. Minimum 810 years of experience in international accounting, especially Africa and Middle East. Proven experience managing complex, multi-million Rand projects as well as foreign currency projects.

Knowledge

Knowledge of accounting principles and regulations, including IFRS and GAAP. Strong proficiency in financial systems (e.g., Deltek Vantagepoint, Oracle, MS Excel).

Skills

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Proficiency in financial modelling and analysis tools. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and meet tight deadlines. Strong adaptability and change management skills.

Personal Attributes

Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks. Strategic thinking and attention to detail. * Commitment to integrity, ethics, and professionalism.