Project Accountant â Paarl

Recruiter:

Time Personnel

Job Ref:

CPT005478/Jol

Date posted:

Friday, May 8, 2026

Location:

Paarl, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Do you have solid accounting experience within a project-driven environment?

Our client in Paarl is seeking a detail-oriented finance professional with strong Excel skills to oversee financial reporting, project costing, cashflow forecasting and compliance. You will work closely with leadership, ensuring accuracy, strengthening financial controls and contributing to informed strategic decision-making.

This opportunity is ideal for someone proactive, structured and confident working in a hands-on, high-performance environment.

POSITION INFO:
REQUIREMENTS

Matric, or related qualification
Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Minimum 3-5 years’ experience, preferably in construction or project-based environment
Strong working knowledge of Xero
Experience with invoicing, bank submissions, and claims processes
Solid understanding of financial management and cash flow control
Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Understanding of South African tax and compliance requirements
Cash-focused mindset and strong on collections. Understands that profit doesn’t matter if cash isn’t in the bank
High ownership – takes responsibility for the full finance function
Detail-oriented but understanding the bigger strategic picture
Structured and disciplined
Able to work and communicate effectively with team members and leadership
Proactive problem solver
Ideal:
Comes from a construction or project-based business
Comfortable operating in a hands-on, high pressure, fast-moving environment
Has experience tightening financial controls in a growing company
Able to balance operational detail with strategic thinking

DUTIES

Financial Management & Reporting
Maintain accurate and complete financial records (XERO)
Prepare required financial reports in collaboration with External Accountants/Auditors
Produce accurate and complete monthly management accounts
Analyse financial performance and provide actionable insights
Assist with budgeting and forecasting

Cash Flow & Working Capital
Take full ownership of weekly cash flow management
Work closely with CEO on cash flow planning and decision-making

Project & Cost Accounting
Ensure accurate allocation of costs to projects
Prepare and submit project claims to banks and relevant institutions in a timely manner
Liaise with banks regarding drawdowns
Maintain visibility of project profitability and cost control
Manage cost reporting (LiveCost & Xero)

Accounts Payable & Receivable
Oversee full AP and AR functions
Actively manage debtors and collections to ensure cash is received on time
Review and approve all supplier payments

Compliance & Statutory
Ensure compliance with tax regulations and statutory requirement
Liaise with auditors and external stakeholder

Systems & Processes
Ensure processes and controls are adhered to
Identify risks and implement process improvements and controls
Ensure financial data integrity and reporting accuracy and completeness

Payroll & Administration
Oversee payroll processing (SimplePay)
Oversee finance related payroll administration
Handle general financial administration and ad-hoc duties

Salary: R negotiable dependent on experience

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