Project Accountant— Costing&Financial Reporting, Vanderbijlpark

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accountant to join our finance team at one of our entities within our NDT Services and Heat Treatment industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for the full accounting function with a specific focus on project-based costing, job card administration, financial reporting, and supporting management in strategic financial decision-making. This is a hands‑on role suited to a proactive individual who thrives in a technical services environment. This role is based in the Vaal, in Gauteng.

Key Responsibilities

Project&Job Card Accounting

Manage and maintain accurate project cost accounting for all NDT and heat treatment jobs

Open, track, and close job cards in coordination with operations and project managers

Allocate costs (labour, materials, subcontractors, equipment) to relevant job cards

Monitor project budgets against actual expenditure and flag variances timeously

Prepare project profitability reports and cost‑to‑completion analyses

Financial Reporting&Compliance

Prepare monthly management accounts including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements

Compile and submit VAT returns, PAYE reconciliations, and other statutory submissions

Assist with year‑end audit preparation, working paper files, and liaison with external auditors

Ensure compliance with IFRS for SMEs or applicable accounting standards

Maintain fixed asset register and process depreciation journals

Accounts Payable&Receivable

Oversee creditors and debtors functions, ensuring timely processing and reconciliation

Manage supplier reconciliations and resolve queries on a timely basis

Monitor debtors ageing and follow up on outstanding invoices

Process inter‑company transactions and reconciliations where applicable

Budgeting&Forecasting

Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts

Provide variance analysis and commentary to management monthly

Support cash flow forecasting and treasury management activities

Supervisory&Administrative

Supervise and provide guidance to junior finance staff or clerks

Review work prepared by the finance team and ensure accuracy and completeness

Maintain and improve internal controls and accounting procedures

Liaise with operations, procurement, and project teams on financial matters

Requirements Minimum Requirements

BCom Accounting, National Diploma in Accounting, or equivalent qualification

4–6 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a services, projects, or engineering environment

Proven experience with project/job costing and management accounts

Proficiency in accounting software (Pastel, Sage, SYSPRO, or similar)

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Strong understanding of VAT, PAYE, and statutory compliance requirements

Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously

Advantageous

Experience in the NDT, engineering, mining, or industrial services sector

Exposure to ERP systems in a project‑driven environment

Supervisory or team leadership experience

Competencies&Personal Attributes

High attention to detail and accuracy

Strong analytical and problem‑solving ability

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight reporting deadlines

Integrity, reliability, and a professional work ethic

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