Accountant

careers-scatec; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Scatec in Cape Town, South Africa, seeks an Accountant for O&M and EPC OpCos to deliver accurate accounting, reporting and payments. You will work under the Senior Accountant to prepare financial information, maintain controls and support audits across multiple entities and projects.

The role requires a Accounting/Finance degree, 3–5 years’ experience, IFRS knowledge, strong Excel skills and experience with ERP systems such as Dynamics 365 or Power BI.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or an equivalent qualification.
• 3–5 years’ relevant financial accounting, reporting or audit experience.
• Sound knowledge of IFRS, month-end accounting, reconciliations and statutory reporting.
• Experience with payments, cash flow forecasting, audit documentation and tax support.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with ERP and Group reporting systems (Dynamics 365, Cognos, Power BI or Caseware).
• Clear communication in English, ability to meet deadlines and collaborate across teams.

Responsibilities

• Complete month-end accounting and post journals with accurate trial balances.
• Prepare bank, intercompany and balance sheet reconciliations and fixed asset registers.
• Prepare management accounts, Group packs and cash flow information with variance explanations.
• Account for O&M revenue and costs, review EPC schedules and process journals.
• Validate transactions with operational teams; monitor cost recoveries and margins.
• Coordinate payment runs and prepare short-term cash flow forecasts.
• Prepare tax workings and statutory schedules; support audits and improve controls.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

IFRS knowledge

Financial reporting

Analytical abilities

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Dynamics 365

Cognos

Power BI

Caseware

Job description

Overview

Accountant: O&M and EPC OpCos

Cape Town, South Africa

At Scatec, you get to work on something that matters. We develop, build, own, and operate renewable energy solutions that accelerate access to reliable and affordable clean energy. As part of a global and agile organisation, you will work with skilled colleagues across functions and geographies, take real ownership, and contribute to a company driven by the vision of improving our future.

At the heart of everything we do is our belief that we bring the energy - the energy for change, connection, and growth. It shapes how we collaborate, innovate, and create impact together.

If you are looking for a role where your contribution is visible, your development matters, and your work supports a more sustainable future, Scatec may be the right place for you.

Ready to make an impact?

Why this role matters

As an Accountant, you will deliver accurate and timely accounting, reporting and payment processes for Scatec’s Operations & Maintenance (O&M) and Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) operating companies.

Reporting to the Senior Accountant: O&M and EPC OpCos, you will prepare reliable financial information, maintain financial controls and support audit, tax and statutory requirements. Working closely with operational, project and commercial teams, you will help ensure that financial records accurately reflect entity and project performance.

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you will take responsibility for accounting activities across your assigned operating companies, including:

• Complete month-end accounting, post supported journals and prepare accurate trial balances within Group reporting deadlines.
• Prepare bank, intercompany and balance sheet reconciliations, resolve reconciling items and maintain fixed asset, lease and debt registers.
• Prepare management accounts, Group reporting packs and cash flow information, with clear explanations of budget variances.
• Account for O&M revenue, costs and recharges, review EPC percentage-of-completion schedules and process related journals.
• Validate transactions and project allocations with operational teams, monitor cost recoveries and margins, and **escalate** unusual items.
• Review supplier documentation, coordinate payment runs and prepare short-term cash flow forecasts in line with approved controls.
• Prepare tax workings and statutory reporting schedules, maintain compliance calendars and support relevant submissions.
• Prepare audit files and annual financial statement schedules, respond to audit queries and contribute to improvements in financial controls and processes.

Your work will support reliable reporting, timely payments and clear visibility of financial performance across the O&M and EPC portfolio.

What you’ll gain

• Professional growth through ownership, exposure, and meaningful contribution from day one.
• Hands-on experience in a role where the challenge is energising, fast-moving, meaningful, and built on learning through doing.
• Practical experience in O&M and EPC accounting across multiple operating companies within a global renewable energy business.
• Opportunities to develop your project accounting, reporting and compliance skills while working with experienced finance and operational colleagues.

What you’ll bring

Experience and qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• Three to five years’ relevant financial accounting, reporting or audit experience, preferably across multiple legal entities.
• Sound knowledge of IFRS, month-end accounting, reconciliations, management reporting and annual financial statements.
• Experience with payments, cash flow forecasting, audit documentation and tax compliance support, with knowledge of VAT, corporate income tax and financial controls.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and working knowledge of ERP and Group reporting systems; experience with Dynamics 365, Cognos, Power BI or Caseware would be advantageous.
• Strong analytical ability, attention to detail and clear communication in English, with the ability to meet deadlines and collaborate across teams.

Experience in renewable energy, infrastructure, engineering, construction or another project-based environment would be advantageous, particularly exposure to O&M arrangements, EPC contract accounting and IFRS 15.

Additional hours may be required around reporting, payment, budgeting and audit deadlines. Occasional travel may also be required.

What it’s like to work at Scatec

At Scatec, we combine purpose with performance. We value responsibility, clarity, and collaboration and we encourage people to challenge existing ways of working, contribute ideas, and keep developing. You can expect an environment where people work together across disciplines and geographies, where good performance matters, and where you are trusted to take ownership without unnecessary hierarchy.

If you are motivated by accurate financial reporting, practical problem solving and understanding the numbers behind renewable energy operations and projects, this could be a strong next step in your career.

What we offer

At Scatec, you will be part of a company with a clear and ambitious purpose, working on renewable energy solutions that make a lasting difference. You will gain responsibility early, learn from experienced colleagues, and build your capabilities in a business that offers global exposure, strong development opportunities, and meaningful work in the energy transition.

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, competence, and business needs.

We review applications on an ongoing basis.