Project Accountant

FirstRand Bank Limited; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstRand Bank Limited seeks a Future Project Accountant to collaborate with business units, delivering strategic financial advice to enhance operational effectiveness. You will execute financial services aligned to SOPs and participate in budgeting, cost control, and performance reporting.

The role requires a relevant degree, 2+ years post-qualification experience, and strong academic performance; CA(SA)資格 is a plus. Join a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years post-qualification experience in a financial field.
• Experience in the financial services industry is an advantage but not required.
• Strong academic performance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business units to provide financial insights for decision making.
• Monitor and coach behaviours to support service culture and client service.
• Integrate with finance teams to optimise timely delivery of tasks.
• Apply technical skills to ensure compliance and improve outputs.
• Prepare and report on business financial performance.

Skills

Financial analysis

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Relevant Degree

CA(SA) (advantage)

Job description

Future Project Accountant

Job Description To collaborate with business units to deliver strategic financial advice and support, aimed at enhancing operational effectiveness through the consistent execution of financial services aligned with established standard operating procedures.

Hello Future Project Accountant Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us proud. As part of our team, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious.

Role Responsibilities

• Partner with stakeholders in the provision of financial insights and guidance into operational and general decision making.
• Monitor and coach behaviours that ensure a service culture and exceptional client service.
• Integrate into existing finance teams/structures to optimise delivery of key tasks within deadlines.
• Apply strong technical skills to ensure compliance and improve quality of financial outputs.
• Manage and monitor applications and effectiveness of business financial information systems.
• Participate in budget preparation and the related processes throughout the budget period.
• Record, interrogate and manage costs with associated drivers for decision-making.
• Plan and apply principles to accurately record, adjust and reconcile financial transactions.
• Maintain supporting documentation according to accounting and reporting standards.
• Prepare, analyse and report on business financial performance.
• Maximise productivity through effective planning.
• Manage interrelationships between systems, data and resources.
• Participate and contribute to a development culture.
• Plan and manage performance, skills development and succession management.
• Continuously assess own performance and request training where appropriate.

Ideal Candidate

• Relevant Degree
• 2+ years post qualification experience in a financial field
• Experience in the financial services industry will be an advantage but not necessary
• Strong academic performance
• Qualified CA(SA) (will be an advantage)

You Will Have Access To

• Work with a talented and dedicated team.
• Drive innovation and make a significant impact on the business.
• Opportunities to network and collaborate.
• Challenging work and opportunities to innovate.

Important Closing Date Note: Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below. 16/11/26

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.