Accountant

Accountant

Mpumalanga

R1,200,000 - R1,300,000 CTC

About Our Client

A leading South African engineering and manufacturing group that delivers turnkey industrial solutions across power, water, and energy sectors. With decades of expertise and a focus on quality, safety, and innovation, the company is known for its strong technical capability, operational excellence, and commitment to developing its people.

The Role: Accountant

This position offers an opportunity for an experienced Accountant to take ownership of site-level financial management, payroll, and procurement functions at a key operational facility. Working closely with the Plant Manager, the role is pivotal in maintaining financial accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across the plants operations.

Key Responsibilities

Manage all site-level financial activities including payroll, procurement, and stock control

Prepare and present monthly and annual financial reports to management

Develop, implement, and monitor finance policies, procedures, and internal controls

Oversee bookkeeping functions covering creditors, debtors, cashbook, fixed assets, and inventory

Handle cost management, reconciliations, and statutory reporting requirements

Manage O&M contract finances and ensure performance aligns with KPIs

Support budgeting, pricing structures, CAPEX applications, and insurance declarations

Monitor asset control, disposals, and reconciliations

Oversee petty cash, bank cards, diesel usage, and stock counts

Promote compliance, safety, and sound financial governance throughout operations

About You

Professional integrity and a collaborative, problem-solving mindset

BCom Accounting degree or equivalent qualification (Postgraduate in Business Management advantageous)

Minimum 10 years experience in accounting or procurement within a technical, production, or engineering environment

Proven experience with accounting and procurement systems (Syspro or CMMS preferred)

Strong background in payroll administration and month-end reconciliation

Advanced MS Excel and strong proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, and Key 360

Excellent analytical, organizational, and leadership skills

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Professional integrity and a collaborative, problem-solving mindset