Financial Accountant

Salix Recruitment; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Salix Recruitment is seeking an experienced Accountant to join a project-driven industrial services business in Gauteng. Reporting to the Financial Manager, you will oversee day-to-day accounting, monthly reporting, VAT, debtors, and forecasting while ensuring strong cost control and compliance.

You will bring at least 5 years of accounting experience, with 3–5 years in project accounting, advanced Excel, and IFRS knowledge. MS Dynamics AX or similar financial systems experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as an Accountant
• 3–5 years project accounting experience preferred
• Experience in complex or decentralized environments
• Experience calculating cost of manufacturing (finished goods)
• Minimum 2 years experience with VAT, dividends, and provisional tax reconciliations
• Advanced Excel
• Strong understanding of IFRS
• Financial systems experience (e.g., MS Dynamics AX or similar)
• Solid knowledge of financial compliance and reporting standards

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly flash reports and management accounts
• Perform accurate balance sheet reconciliations within deadlines
• Analyse project profitability, utilisation, and WIP schedules
• Provide insights on budget vs. forecast performance and financial drivers
• Coordinate financial reviews with Project Managers
• Manage day-to-day accounting operations
• Perform revenue forecasting and monthly revenue analysis
• Oversee accounts receivable, payable, and cost-to-revenue alignment
• Strengthen internal controls and supervise bookkeeper activities
• Manage debtors, accurate invoicing, and VAT reconciliations
• Monitor stock counts and maintain fixed asset controls
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cost-to-complete reviews, and variance analysis
• Assist with audits and ensure compliance with legislation and accounting standards

Skills

Analytical

Detail-oriented

Deadline-driven

Problem-solving

Independent work

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Integrity

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

BCom Accounting

Tools

MS Dynamics AX

Job description

Reporting to the Financial Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong cost control, and effective project financial management. This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, operational environment where your insights directly impact business performance.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting operations, monthly reporting, project cost control, VAT, debtors, forecasting, and financial compliance.

This role requires strong project accounting experience and the ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders in a decentralised and complex environment.

Be part of a project-driven industrial services business operating in a fast-paced, technically focused environment. The organisation partners closely with clients to deliver complex, large-scale projects while maintaining strong financial governance and operational excellence. With a strong emphasis on accountability, performance, and precision, the business continues to grow through disciplined execution and commercial insight.

Duties:

• Prepare monthly flash reports and management accounts
• Perform accurate balance sheet reconciliations within deadlines
• Analyse project profitability, utilisation, and WIP schedules
• Provide insights on budget vs. forecast performance and financial drivers
• Coordinate financial reviews with Project Managers
• Manage day-to-day accounting operations
• Perform revenue forecasting and monthly revenue analysis
• Oversee accounts receivable, payable, and cost-to-revenue alignment
• Strengthen internal controls and supervise bookkeeper activities
• Manage debtors, accurate invoicing, and VAT reconciliations
• Monitor stock counts and maintain fixed asset controls
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cost-to-complete reviews, and variance analysis
• Assist with audits and ensure compliance with legislation and accounting standards

Job Experience & Skills Required:

Qualifications:

• Matric (Grade 12)
• BCom Accounting

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as an Accountant
• 3–5 years’ project accounting experience preferred
• Experience in complex or decentralized environments
• Experience calculating cost of manufacturing (finished goods)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience with VAT, dividends, and provisional tax reconciliations
• Supervisory experience advantageous
• Advanced Excel
• Strong understanding of IFRS
• Financial systems experience (e.g., MS Dynamics AX or similar)
• Solid knowledge of financial compliance and reporting standards

Skills & Competencies:

• Analytical and highly detail-oriented
• Deadline-driven and results-focused
• Strong problem-solving ability
• Able to work independently and within a team
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• High integrity, ownership, and professionalism