Project Accountant

FirstRand Bank; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstRand Bank is looking for a Project Accountant to collaborate with business units and finance teams to deliver strategic financial guidance and ensure SOP-aligned execution.

You will support budgeting, cost management and reporting, while driving process improvements and maintaining compliance across systems. A relevant degree and post-qualification experience are preferred, with CA(SA) an advantage.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Partner with stakeholders to provide financial insights for decision making.
• Monitor and coach behaviours to ensure service culture and client service.
• Integrate into finance teams to optimise delivery of key tasks on time.
• Apply technical skills to ensure compliance and improve outputs.
• Manage and monitor financial information systems and their effectiveness.
• Participate in budget preparation and related processes.

Skills

2+ years post-qualification experience

Financial services experience (adv)

Education

Relevant Degree

CA(SA) (advantage)

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.

Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further.

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.