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Fides Recruitment

Project Accountant

Fides Recruitment

  • R40,000 - R50,000 per month
  • Permanent Senior position
  • Midrand
  • Posted 29 Apr 2026 by Fides Recruitment
  • Expires in 34 days
  • Job 2638016
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About the position

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A vibrant engineering company is seeking a self starter with exceptional administrative acumen and the ambition to carve out a meaningful career path. This role calls for a hands on professional who thrives on responsibility, embraces challenges, and consistently delivers results that go beyond the ordinary. The successful candidate will be entrusted with steering project finances, ensuring seamless execution, and driving accountability across all aspects of cash flow and reporting.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manage project cash flow, ensuring accurate forecasting, monitoring, and reporting of inflows and outflows
  • Oversee payment terms between company and clients, ensuring compliance and timely settlement
  • Ensure cash is collected promptly and efficiently, minimizing outstanding receivables
  • Prepare and present project financial reports, budgets, and variance analyses to management and stakeholders
  • Maintain high standards of administrative control, including documentation, reconciliations, and compliance records
  • Collaborate with project managers and engineers to align financial planning with operational requirements
  • Support audits and provide documentation for financial reviews
  • Identify risks and propose solutions to maintain financial stability across projects
  • Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency in project accounting and cash management
  • Build strong relationships with clients and internal teams to support project success

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

  • BCom and/or CIMA qualification or relevant tertiary education in Accounting/Finance preferred
  • 2 years' experience as Accountant or similar role within engineering, construction, or related industries
  • Strong knowledge of project cash flow management, payment terms, and financial reporting

Desired Skills:

  • Project Accountant

Desired Work Experience:

  • 2 to 5 years

Desired Qualification Level:

  • Degree

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Fides Recruitment

About the agency

Fides Recruitment was founded in 2008 by seasoned recruiter Brent Leeuw. In 2011 a second company Fides Placements was started to focus on Executive search and placements. Fides is able to offer clients assistance in finding high calibre (hard to find) individuals who are too busy to source their next career move or need focused attention on what options are available to them. Our database includes screened candidates who approach us to market their individual skill set to targeted companies, thereby aiding in their career progression in markets they are passionate about, and in areas where they are most skilled.

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