Plant Accountant

SUMMARY:
A Company in the mining and construction industry in Gauteng is seeking a highly skilled PLANT ACCOUNTANT to join their team.

POSITION INFO:
The ideal candidate will possess strong plant accounting experience paired with advanced IT skills who must be proficient in handling Big-Data queries.

A basic general knowledge of mining & construction plant & equipment will be deemed an advantage.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Responsible for all accounting operations related to the plant and equipment - recording revenue and cost transactions, analyse performance and report on plant profit
• Support the Plant Operational department in providing various analysis of which availabilities, utilisation & other performance report and monitoring will form part
• Data Analysis: Utilize Big Data tools and techniques to analyse financial data, identity trends and provide actionable insights
• Compliance Data: Assist in compiling information for compliance with industry regulations and company policies assisting in preparation of BBBEE audits, ESG reporting, financial audits etc.
• IT Integration: Assist in maintaining financial software systems, ensuring seamless integration with other IT systems.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other departments to support financial reporting, assist in data queries and report writing

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Bachelor's degree in Cost and Management Accounting or Accounting not negotiable.

• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in a plant accountant role at listed corporate level, preferably in the mining or construction industry.

• Proficiency in financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, SageX3, Microsoft Dynamics), Advanced Excel, BI Power an advantage, Financial modelling and dashboards

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data sets.

• Ability to identify and resolve financial discrepancies and inefficiencies.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly and concisely.

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial reporting and data analysis.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities.