Assistant Financial Accountant — Grow in Renewable Energy

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Renewable energy exposure

Professional growth

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a leading renewable energy provider in Upington, Northern Cape to recruit an Assistant Financial Accountant. You will support the finance team with monthly reporting, reconciliations, and ledger management, under guidance from senior accountants.

The role suits a detail-oriented candidate with 1–3 years of accounting experience, IFRS awareness, and strong Excel and accounting software skills, with opportunities to grow in a dynamic energy sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or relevant professional qualification.
• 1–3 years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles; IFRS knowledge is a plus.
• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Meticulous attention to detail and high accuracy.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements and reports.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate recording of transactions.
• Help prepare budgets and forecasts.
• Provide support for internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and procedures.
• Assist with ad-hoc financial projects and analysis as required.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional qualification in accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Placements24 is assisting a leading renewable energy provider in Upington, Northern Cape to recruit an Assistant Financial Accountant. You will support the finance team with monthly reporting, reconciliations, and ledger management, under guidance from senior accountants.

The role suits a detail-oriented candidate with 1–3 years of accounting experience, IFRS awareness, and strong Excel and accounting software skills, with opportunities to grow in a dynamic energy sector.