An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and detail-oriented

Project Financial Accountant

to join a dynamic Finance team on a project basis in the Tyger valley area in Cape Town. Reporting to the Financial Manager, this role is critical in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with internal controls, and contributing to the success of financial projects.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (e.g., B. Com)
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a financial accounting role
Articles experience advantageous but not essential
Proficiency in

Oracle

(requirement)
Familiarity with SAP is recommended (recommendation)
Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
Responsibilities:
Prepare monthly financial records, including balance sheet reconciliations and income statement allocations
Ensure accurate departmental cost allocations and manage accruals and provisions journals
Analyze budget variances and provide insights
Reconcile balance sheet accounts (e.g., Inventory, Prepaid Expenses, Intangible Assets)
Review the trial balance and address queries before month-end close
Maintain and improve financial internal controls
Assist with ad-hoc financial projects
Review and approve creditor reconciliations and purchase orders per Delegation of Authority
Review and approve supplier payments