Accountant

Recruiter:

Kerry Kopp Recruitment

Job Ref:

KZN000735/KK

Date posted:

Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Location:

Durban, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Accountant (Construction/Civil Engineering) - Durban (KwaZulu Natal)
Job Description
The successful candidate will play a key role in managing supplier, subcontractor, asset, and
payment processes across multiple companies, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting in a fast-paced environment.

POSITION INFO:
Key Performance Areas
Troubleshoot, investigate, and resolve finance-related queries and discrepancies
Balance loan accounts and prepare loan payment requisitions with supporting documentation
Prepare and maintain annual audit files, including supporting documentation for balance sheet items
Reconcile subcontractor ledgers where cessions apply and liaise with site teams as required
Manage cession payments, including agreement review, allocation checks, payment authorisation, and filing of signed documentation
Compile and update outstanding items lists after month-end payments

Requirements
Recognised accounting qualification
Strong working knowledge of BuildSmart (or similar construction ERP systems)
High attention to detail with strong reconciliation
and analytical skills

Experience
Minimum 10 years’ accounting experience within the construction industry (an advantage)
Proven experience with subcontractor accounting, cessions, and contra charges
Strong communication skills and ability to liaise with site teams, auditors, and senior management

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