An exciting opportunity awaits a technically strong CA(SA) to take ownership of the full financial function within a large-scale renewable energy operation.
This role is ideal for a detail-driven finance professional who thrives in a regulated, project-financed environment and enjoys working with senior local and international stakeholders.
Our client is a well-established player within the renewable energy and infrastructure space, operating a large utility-scale power generation asset in South Africa.
The organisation forms part of a globally recognised group with strong governance, long-term stability, and a commitment to sustainability.
This role offers exposure to project
finance, IFRS reporting (including IFRIC 12), tax and statutory compliance, and high-level stakeholder engagement. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with all regulatory and contractual obligations.
Why consider this opportunity?
- Operate in a future-focused renewable energy environment
- Exposure to complex project finance structures
- Strong governance and reporting standards
- Opportunity to work closely with senior executives and international stakeholders
- Broad, end-to-end financial management responsibility
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
- Prepare management accounts, variance analyses, budgets, forecasts, and medium-term plans
- Oversee IFRS reporting, including IFRIC 12 models
- Manage statutory compliance (VAT, tax returns, regulatory and audit requirements)
- Prepare annual financial statements and act as key liaison with external auditors
- Maintain strong internal controls, financial policies, and procedures
- Oversee cash flow forecasting and balance sheet reconciliations
- Support finance-related procurement and contractual processes
- Engage with key internal and external stakeholders, including financiers and service providers
Education
- CA(SA) qualification (non-negotiable)
- Articles completed at a Big Four audit firm (essential)
Experience
- Minimum 5 years’ post-articles experience
- Strong technical IFRS knowledge (IFRIC 12 highly advantageous)
- Experience within project finance, infrastructure, energy, or regulated environments preferred
Skills
- Advanced MS Excel skills
- Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics / Great Plains / SAP or similar)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
- High attention to detail with the ability to meet tight deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage a heavy workload
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