Accountant

About the position

Some accountants close books. Others help fuel industries. If you’re looking for a role where your work stretches beyond spreadsheets and into real-world investment decisions across mining and gas, this Accountant role is worth drilling into.
Our client is an established investment group within the mining and gas sector, based in Centurion, with a portfolio that spans complex operations, strategic investments and growth-focused projects. They’re looking for an Accountant who can comfortably own the finance function end-to-end and commercially aware enough to understand the bigger picture behind them. Whether you’ve recently completed articles and want your first strong commercial move, or you’ve built experience directly in industry, this role offers the chance to step into a business where finance is closely tied to investment performance and operational decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full finance function up to management accounts
• Prepare journals, reconciliations, and balance sheet reviews
• Process month-end and assist with financial reporting
• Manage accounts payable, receivable, and cashbook functions
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Support audit preparation and statutory compliance
• Maintain accurate financial records and strengthen controls
• Assist management with financial insights and operational support

Job Experience and Skills Required:

• BCom Degree in Accounting or Finance
• Completed articles with 2 years post-article experience, OR 3 to 5 years commercial accounting experience
• Strong understanding of the full accounting function
• Good analytical ability and attention to detail
• Able to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities
• Mining, gas, energy or investment industry exposure advantageous

If you’re ready to move into a finance role with more depth, more exposure and more substance than just another month-end cycle, this might be the opportunity to strike while the iron’s hot!

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For more information, contact:
Elzette Hood
Executive Consultant
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Desired Skills:

• financial accountant
• accountant
• reporting