Project Accountant

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFU015555/Camy

Date posted:

Friday, February 20, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

700000 Annually

SUMMARY:
An exciting opportunity for a hands-on Project Accountant to join a dynamic mining organisation. The role blends capital project accounting, R&D project oversight, and core financial management, providing exposure to both technical project management and executive reporting.

POSITION INFO:
Our client is a leading platinum group metals producer with a focus on operational excellence and innovation. The Project Accountant will support capital and R&D projects, ensuring accurate cost management, financial reporting, and alignment with strategic objectives. This role provides exposure to SAP, technical project controls, and participation in executive meetings, making it ideal for finance professionals looking to combine project accounting with financial leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage financial accounting for capital and R&D projects, including project budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
Monitor and control project costs, ensuring alignment with approved budgets.
Prepare and present project financial reports to Exco and senior management.
Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
Support project teams with financial guidance and technical reporting requirements.
Maintain and optimise project-related data within SAP and other systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support decision-making and project execution.

Job Experience & Skills Required:

BCom in Accounting/Finance, or equivalent; CPA/CA qualification preferred.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in project accounting within mining, engineering, or related industries.
Strong experience with capital project accounting, R&D project finance, and cost management.
Proficiency in SAP and MS Excel for reporting and analysis.
Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, balancing technical project requirements with financial governance.
Experience preparing reports for senior management/Exco.

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Cost Accountant
Financial Controller
Bookkeeper

If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.

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Camryn Basson
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