Finance Accountant – Paarl

Are you an experienced finance professional with a strong background in project-based construction/property development environments?

Our client in Paarl is looking for a hands-on and detail-oriented individual to manage financial reporting, project costing, cash flow forecasting, and compliance within a fast-paced environment.

Working closely with senior management, you will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial information, improving controls, and supporting strategic business decisions.

REQUIREMENTS

• Matric, or related qualification
• Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience, preferably in construction or project-based environment
• Strong working knowledge of Xero
• Experience with invoicing, bank submissions, and claims processes
• Solid understanding of financial management and cash flow control
• Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Understanding of South African tax and compliance requirements
• Cash-focused mindset and strong on collections. Understands that profit doesn’t matter if cash isn’t in the bank
• High ownership – takes responsibility for the full finance function
• Detail-oriented but understanding the bigger strategic picture
• Structured and disciplined
• Able to work and communicate effectively with team members and leadership
• Proactive problem solver
• Ideal:
• Comes from a construction or project-based business
• Comfortable operating in a hands-on, high pressure, fast-moving environment
• Has experience tightening financial controls in a growing company
• Able to balance operational detail with strategic thinking

DUTIES

• Financial Management & Reporting
• Maintain accurate and complete financial records (XERO)
• Prepare required financial reports in collaboration with External Accountants/Auditors
• Produce accurate and complete monthly management accounts
• Analyse financial performance and provide actionable insights
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting

• Cash Flow & Working Capital
• Take full ownership of weekly cash flow management
• Work closely with CEO on cash flow planning and decision-making

• Project & Cost Accounting
• Ensure accurate allocation of costs to projects
• Prepare and submit project claims to banks and relevant institutions in a timely manner
• Liaise with banks regarding drawdowns
• Maintain visibility of project profitability and cost control
• Manage cost reporting (LiveCost & Xero)

• Accounts Payable & Receivable
• Oversee full AP and AR functions
• Actively manage debtors and collections to ensure cash is received on time
• Review and approve all supplier payments

• Compliance & Statutory
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and statutory requirement
• Liaise with auditors and external stakeholder

• Systems & Processes
• Ensure processes and controls are adhered to
• Identify risks and implement process improvements and controls
• Ensure financial data integrity and reporting accuracy and completeness

• Payroll & Administration
• Oversee payroll processing (SimplePay)
• Oversee finance related payroll administration
• Handle general financial administration and ad-hoc duties

Salary: R negotiable dependent on experience