Vanderbijlpark: Accountant posted by Two Roads Trading

Key Responsibilities

Project & Job Card Accounting
Manage and maintain accurate project cost accounting for all NDT and heat treatment jobs
Open, track, and close job cards in coordination with operations and project managers
Allocate costs (labour, materials, subcontractors, equipment) to relevant job cards
Monitor project budgets against actual expenditure and flag variances timeously
Prepare project profitability reports and cost-to-completion analyses

Financial Reporting & Compliance
Prepare monthly management accounts including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
Compile and submit VAT returns, PAYE reconciliations, and other statutory submissions
Assist with year-end audit preparation, working paper files, and liaison with external auditors
Ensure compliance with IFRS for SMEs or applicable accounting standards
Maintain fixed asset register and process depreciation journals

Accounts Payable & Receivable
Oversee creditors and debtors functions, ensuring timely processing and reconciliation
Manage supplier reconciliations and resolve queries on a timely basis
Monitor debtors ageing and follow up on outstanding invoices
Process inter-company transactions and reconciliations where applicable

Budgeting & Forecasting
Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts
Provide variance analysis and commentary to management monthly
Support cash flow forecasting and treasury management activities

Supervisory & Administrative
Supervise and provide guidance to junior finance staff or clerks
Review work prepared by the finance team and ensure accuracy and completeness
Maintain and improve internal controls and accounting procedures
Liaise with operations, procurement, and project teams on financial matters

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

BCom Accounting, National Diploma in Accounting, or equivalent qualification
4 6 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a services, projects, or engineering environment
Proven experience with project/job costing and management accounts
Proficiency in accounting software (Pastel, Sage, SYSPRO, or similar)
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Strong understanding of VAT, PAYE, and statutory compliance requirements
Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously

Advantageous
Experience in the NDT, engineering, mining, or industrial services sector
Exposure to ERP systems in a project-driven environment
Supervisory or team leadership experience

Competencies & Personal Attributes
High attention to detail and accuracy
Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight reporting deadlines
Integrity, reliability, and a professional work ethic