Project Finance Accountant – JHB at Seriti

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.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (essential).
• Professional qualification (e.g., CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA, or ACT treasury certification) advantageous.
• 3–5 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.