Western Cape: Senior Accountant posted by Salix Recruitment

A global engineering consultancy group headquartered in Perth, Australia. They deliver integrated solutions across mining, minerals processing, infrastructure, process industries and more from early feasibility studies through detailed engineering, construction management and commissioning support.

Our client operates internationally, with offices in Australia, Cape Town (South Africa), Manila, Toronto, Accra and more. This global footprint means exposure to major multidisciplinary engineering projects and opportunities to broaden your experience across regions and sectors. 

The company prides itself on solving complex engineering challenges. Its teams work on feasibility studies, process optimisation, engineering design, project controls and more providing a rich environment for professional growth and skill development.

The successful candidate will work closely with project managers, procurement, and finance teams to maintain financial integrity, control project costs, and support informed business decisions.
 
Duties:
 

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS/GAAP.
• Manage the general ledger, balance sheet reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
• Ensure full tax compliance (VAT, corporate tax, withholding tax) and coordinate external audits.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements, internal controls, and company policies.
• Monitor work-in-progress (WIP), revenue recognition, and overall project profitability.
• Track project costs, accruals, and variances, ensuring alignment with approved budgets.
• Partner with project managers to provide financial insight and control project expenditure.
• Support contract management, including billing, claims, and cost recovery processes.
• Assist with cash flow forecasting, working capital management, bank reconciliations, and multi-currency transactions.
• Ensure accuracy of financial data within ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and drive process improvement and automation initiatives.

 
Job Experience & Skills Required:
 
 
Qualifications:
 

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CA(SA), CIMA, or equivalent qualification preferred.

 
Experience:
 

• Completed SAICA Articles
• Minimum 5 years’ accounting experience, ideally within EPCM, construction, or engineering environments.
• Strong knowledge of project accounting, WIP reporting, and cost management.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with multi-currency transactions, tax regulations, and international accounting standards.

 
Skills & Competencies:
 

• Project Accounting Expertise – Strong understanding of EPCM project financials.
• Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge – High standards of financial governance and control.
• Financial Analysis & Reporting – Accurate, insightful, and decision-focused reporting.
• Process Optimisation – Continuous improvement and automation mindset.
• Stakeholder Collaboration – Ability to work effectively with technical and finance teams.

 
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