Accountant

Accountant (Construction/Civil Engineering) - Durban (KwaZulu Natal)Job DescriptionThe successful candidate will play a key role in managing supplier, subcontractor, asset, andpayment processes across multiple companies, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting in a fast-paced environment.

Key Performance AreasTroubleshoot, investigate, and resolve finance-related queries and discrepanciesBalance loan accounts and prepare loan payment requisitions with supporting documentationPrepare and maintain annual audit files, including supporting documentation for balance sheet itemsReconcile subcontractor ledgers where cessions apply and liaise with site teams as requiredManage cession payments, including agreement review, allocation checks, payment authorisation, and filing of signed documentationCompile and update outstanding items lists after month-end paymentsRequirementsRecognised accounting qualificationStrong working knowledge of BuildSmart (or similar construction ERP systems)High attention to detail with strong reconciliationand analytical skillsExperienceMinimum 10 years’ accounting experience within the construction industry (an advantage)Proven experience with subcontractor accounting, cessions, and contra chargesStrong communication skills and ability to liaise with site teams, auditors, and senior management