Project Accountant

Jse Limited; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the finance sector seeks a dedicated professional to manage project-related financial assets and costs. The role involves ensuring accuracy in financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and experience in contract management. Join a dynamic team that values continuous learning and employee wellness.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in a contract management function or similar responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Communicates financial performance to program managers and project executives.
• Manages the financial aspects of specific projects, ensuring budgets are adhered to.
• Provides regular analysis of reports to internal stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Financial Analysis

Education

Contract Management

Job description

Job category : Banking, Finance, Insurance.

Stockbroking

Contract : Permanent

Remuneration : Market Related

EE position : Yes

About our company

WHY JOIN THE JSE?

The JSE recognises that its success and strength depend on the quality of its employees. We are committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and high standards of performance. Our employee wellness programme is designed to encourage work-life balance for employees. We naturally seek to empower staff and encourage diversity and opportunities for all.

Introduction

The purpose of the role is to ensure that project-related assets and costs are recorded accurately, validly, and completely. It must be performed in a timely manner in accordance with accounting best practices and JSE policies.

Responsibilities :

• Communicates financial performance to program managers and project executives.
• Reviews and identifies cost-reduction opportunities to reduce JSE business costs impacting strategy.
• Manages the financial aspects of specific projects, ensuring budgets are adhered to, costs are accurately tracked, and financial reports are prepared, while providing financial advice to the project team.
• Maintains and develops relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders by sharing information and providing customer service to ensure queries are addressed promptly.
• Builds relationships with colleagues, peers, and staff using appropriate interpersonal styles.
• Interacts in a way that promotes openness and trust, giving confidence in one's intentions.
• Acts as the primary contact for managing and coordinating queries and resolving concerns of external and internal auditors regarding the JSE Group.
• Provides business partnering and support to teams, including technical finance assistance and participation in monthly meetings.
• Ensures accuracy and disclosures in statutory reporting to prevent material audit findings impacting JSE's strategy, in line with standards and regulations.
• Provides regular analysis of reports to internal stakeholders, communicating effectively to meet their requirements.
• Implements financial process system controls through development of financial targets and automation to minimize risks.
• Adheres to accounting policies and procedures, maintaining documented systems.
• Performs back-office functions, supports, and reconciliations.
• Provides absence cover within the finance team to ensure service continuity.
• Analyzes actual data within accounting records to ensure completeness, accuracy, and validity of financial statements.
• Supports the Financial Manager during project and statutory audits.
• Supports the Project Office in preparing project financials aligned with approved budgets and project progress.
• Ensures accruals and vendor invoices are communicated at month-end for accruals to be raised.
• Reviews and posts monthly accruals, journal reallocations, and reconciliations.
• Signs off on balance sheet reconciliations for work in progress, clearing accounts, and capitalized projects.
• Manages own deliverables, identifies obstacles, and takes appropriate actions.
• Contributes to the formalization of the Finance Department's divisional budget and assists in its coordination and consolidation.
• Ensures the accuracy of SOPs and RACMs for audit review.

Qualifications and Experience :

3-5 years in a contract management function or similar responsibilities with a good understanding of processes.

At the JSE, you will interact and engage with leaders and recognized experts, participate in creating new products, and work on various exciting projects.

We provide tools, support, and development opportunities to help you reach your potential. We are a learning organization that encourages training, mentoring, sponsored education, and professional memberships.