Accountant

SUMMARY:
This position offers an opportunity for an experienced Accountant to take ownership of site-level financial management, payroll, and procurement functions at a key operational facility.

POSITION INFO:

Accountant
Mpumalanga
R1,200,000 - R1,300,000 CTC

About Our Client
A leading South African engineering and manufacturing group that delivers turnkey industrial solutions across power, water, and energy sectors. With decades of expertise and a focus on quality, safety, and innovation, the company is known for its strong technical capability, operational excellence, and commitment to developing its people.

The Role: Accountant
This position offers an opportunity for an experienced Accountant to take ownership of site-level financial management, payroll, and procurement functions at a key operational facility. Working closely with the Plant Manager, the role is pivotal in maintaining financial accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across the plants operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all site-level financial activities including payroll, procurement, and stock control
• Prepare and present monthly and annual financial reports to management
• Develop, implement, and monitor finance policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Oversee bookkeeping functions covering creditors, debtors, cashbook, fixed assets, and inventory
• Handle cost management, reconciliations, and statutory reporting requirements
• Manage O&M contract finances and ensure performance aligns with KPIs
• Support budgeting, pricing structures, CAPEX applications, and insurance declarations
• Monitor asset control, disposals, and reconciliations
• Oversee petty cash, bank cards, diesel usage, and stock counts
• Promote compliance, safety, and sound financial governance throughout operations

About You

• Professional integrity and a collaborative, problem-solving mindset
• BCom Accounting degree or equivalent qualification (Postgraduate in Business Management advantageous)
• Minimum 10 years experience in accounting or procurement within a technical, production, or engineering environment
• Proven experience with accounting and procurement systems (Syspro or CMMS preferred)
• Strong background in payroll administration and month-end reconciliation
• Advanced MS Excel and strong proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, and Key 360
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and leadership skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Professional integrity and a collaborative, problem-solving mindset