Accountant

Smart4Energy; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart4Energy is looking for an Accountant to join their finance team on a 12-month fixed contract. The successful candidate will manage financial operations, ensure compliance with regulations, and contribute to process improvements in a fast-paced, international environment dedicated to sustainable energy.

Benefits

Competitive market-related salary

Exposure to international operations

Opportunity for career growth and development

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and South African financial regulations.
• Experience in a multinational environment or renewable energy sector.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post monthly journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
• Perform detailed account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Finance

Professional accounting qualification (SAIPA, SAICA, ACCA, or CIMA)

Tools

Excel

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Smart4Energy is partnering with a global leader in smart wind power technology and renewable energy solutions, operating across more than 10 countries worldwide. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic finance team in a fast-paced, international environment focused on driving the transition to sustainable energy.

We are seeking a detail-oriented, results-driven Accountant to support the finance function on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will play a vital role in managing day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance with regulatory requirements, and contributing to continuous process improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger accounts to ensure financial integrity
• Prepare and post monthly journal entries, accruals, and adjustments in a timely manner
• Perform detailed account reconciliations, investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly
• Support the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes to meet deadlines
• Assist internal and external auditors by providing required documentation and explanations
• Prepare VAT and other statutory tax submissions, ensuring compliance with local tax laws and regulations
• Monitor budgets and support variance analysis and reporting activities
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and accounting standards such as IFRS
• Provide insightful ad hoc financial analysis to support management decision-making
• Actively contribute to the improvement and automation of accounting processes and systems
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate finance matters clearly

Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• Professional accounting qualification preferred (SAIPA, SAICA, ACCA, or CIMA)
• 3 to 5 years of accounting experience, ideally within a multinational environment or renewable energy sector
• Strong working knowledge of IFRS and South African financial regulations
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting software such as SAP, Oracle, or other ERP systems
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate within a diverse and cross-functional team

What You Can Expect:

• Competitive market-related salary for the duration of the contract
• Exposure to international operations within the rapidly growing renewable energy industry
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative corporate culture
• Experience working with a highly skilled finance team, supporting career growth and development