Accountant

Recruiter:

West Coast Personnel

Job Ref:

CPT000780/MM

Date posted:

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Location:

Brackenfell, South Africa

SUMMARY:
A well-established construction company is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Accountant to oversee financial operations, ensure compliance, and support management with accurate reporting and insights. The ideal candidate will have 10 years of accounting experience, strong knowledge of construction/project-based financial environments, and the ability to manage the full accounting function efficiently.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting

Manage the full accounting function, including general ledger, journals, and month-end processes
Prepare monthly management accounts, variance reports, and financial statements
Produce accurate cash flow forecasts, budget reports, and financial analysis
Maintain fixed asset registers and ensure correct depreciation calculations

Project & Construction Accounting

Oversee project costing, job cost allocations, and WIP analysis
Review and verify site financial submissions, cost reports, and project budgets
Track revenue recognition in line with project progress and contract terms
Support project managers with cost insights and financial decision-making

Debtors, Creditors & Cashbook

Approve and oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable processes
Ensure accurate invoicing, payment allocations, and collections monitoring
Reconcile cashbooks, bank accounts, petty cash, and credit cards

Compliance & Controls

Ensure compliance with financial regulations, company policies, and audit requirements
Prepare audit packs and liaise with internal and external auditors
Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard financial integrity

Taxation & Statutory Duties

Manage VAT calculations, reconciliations, and submissions
Handle PAYE, SDL, UIF, and other statutory returns
Assist with SARS queries and compliance matters

Systems & Process Management

Utilise accounting software
Improve financial processes, reporting efficiency, and internal controls
Support ongoing digitalisation and automation of finance tasks

Minimum Requirements

Degree in Accounting (BCom Accounting or related)
10+ years’ accounting experience, preferably in construction or project-based environments
Strong understanding of financial reporting, costing, and project accounting
Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas)
Experience in accounting software
Proficiency in SAGE Evolution is advantageous
Excellent accuracy, attention to detail, and organisational skills
Strong communication, problem-solving, and deadline management abilities
High level of professionalism, integrity, and reliability

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