This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, project-based environment and enjoys partnering with multiple departments to ensure financial success from start to finish.

As the Project Management Accountant, you will play a key role in overseeing project budgets, tracking costs, and ensuring compliance with financial policies and contractual requirements. You’ll collaborate closely with project managers, finance, and procurement teams to provide accurate financial insights and support effective decision-making.

This role is based in Melrose, Johannesburg North.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain project budgets and forecasts in collaboration with project and finance managers.
• Monitor project costs, identify variances, and provide timely financial analysis.
• Prepare monthly project financial reports, including profit and loss statements and cash flow forecasts.
• Track project billing, revenue recognition, and cost allocations to ensure financial accuracy.
• Participate in project kick-off sessions to confirm SLAs, purchase orders, and other contractual elements are in place.
• Liaise with procurement and stock teams to ensure materials align with approved rate cards and project needs.
• Ensure timely payment of subcontractors based on project milestones.
• Review project ageing with the PMO Finance Manager to confirm accuracy and validity.
• Reconcile contractor accounts and manage project retentions.
• Support internal and external audits by providing project documentation.
• Advise project teams on financial risks, opportunities, and cost optimisation.
• Assist in developing financial models for new projects or proposals.
• Ensure full compliance with internal controls and financial regulations.

Job Experience and Skills Required:

• BCom in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years’ experience in project accounting, management accounting, or financial analysis.
• Strong understanding of project cost control, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Proficient in MS Excel and financial reporting systems.
• Experience working in a project-based or engineering/construction environment will be advantageous.

Apply now!
 
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If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.

Company and Job Description:
A Telecommunications service provider company is seeking a Project Management Accountant join their finance team.  The Accounts Receivable Controller plays a key role in bridging finance and project delivery.

As a Project Management Accountant, you’ll oversee the financial performance of projects from budgeting and forecasting to cost control and reporting. You’ll provide crucial financial insights that support strategic decision-making, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain accurate project budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor and analyse project costs, identifying variances and risks.
• Prepare monthly project financial reports, including P&L and cash flow.
• Ensure compliance with financial controls and regulatory requirements.
• Manage billing, revenue recognition, and cost allocations.
• Support project audits and provide financial documentation as required.
• Liaise with procurement and finance teams for accurate cost tracking.
• Advise project teams on financial risks, opportunities, and GP tracking.
• Work with procurement to manage stock levels and limit excess.
• Ensure timely subcontractor payments and accurate reconciliation of accounts.
• Track project retentions and review ageing of projects with Finance Manager.

Job Experience and Skills Required:
Diploma in Accounting or Finance (advantageous)
3–5 years’ experience in project administration, procurement, or stock management
Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
Strong understanding of project lifecycle and cost tracking
 
Apply now!
 
For more exciting (Finance/ Engineering/ IT / Supply Chain / Commercial & C-Suite) vacancies, please visit: www.********.co.za
 
If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.

For more information, contact:
Juanette Lotter
Executive Consultant