Job Overview:
A project and asset accountant opportunity has arisen to support the financial management of significant capital projects within a public sector environment.
This role offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact by contributing to improved business practices, enhancing information systems, and strengthening internal controls that underpin the effective delivery of infrastructure investments.
* Build partnerships with internal teams and external stakeholders for smooth project execution and client service.
* Validate capital project accruals by ensuring alignment with invoicing for accurate financial records.
* Collaborate with asset accountants and quantity surveyors to guide asset capitalisation in line with policies.
* Contribute to improving financial management practices during the engagement.
* Support system enhancements and internal controls to optimise infrastructure investments.
* Prepare detailed financial reports on cashflows, accruals, and asset accounting for senior management review.
* Participate in team meetings to address project finance and asset management issues.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
* Ensure accurate financial records through invoice alignment.
* Guide asset capitalisation in line with organisational policies.
* Improve financial management practices.
* Enhance system functionality and control processes.
* Deliver detailed financial reports to senior management.
* Address project finance and asset management concerns.
Requirements:
* A tertiary qualification in finance, accountancy, commerce, or economics.
* Hands-on experience with SAP or similar financial systems.
* Expertise in infrastructure financial management.
* Advanced Excel skills.
* Proven experience supporting or managing capital projects.
* Exceptional analytical skills.
* Strong organisational abilities.
* Effective communication skills.