About EDF Renewables:
EDF Renewables South Africa is a fully integrated independent power producer (IPP) specializing in renewable energy. With over 3GW of wind, solar and battery projects in development ad operation, we are committed to driving sustainability and operational excellence. As the company continues to grow, we are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Cost Controller to support project execution and financial performance across a diverse and expanding portfolio.
The Role
We are looking for a Cost Controller to join our Finance and Contract Management team. You will be responsible for budget management, financial reporting, cost tracking, and supplier interface to ensure the successful financial delivery of renewable energy projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage budget vs. actual vs. forecast reporting (OPEX & CAPEX) for projects.
- Prepare and present monthly cost and performance reports.
- Create and manage WBS, cost centres, and profit centres using ApprovalMax.
- Assist with the development and maintenance of cost control systems and procedures.
- Liaise with project managers and cost centre owners to forecast costs.
- Support supplier payments, invoice matching, and reconciliation.
- Maintain accurate supplier records, purchase orders, and age analysis.
- Provide documentation for audits and compliance (IPPO, BBBEE, statutory).
- Ensure vendor data is current, including banking details and BBBEE certificates.
- Act as the super user for accounts payable on the ERP system.
Qualifications & Experience
Required:
National Diploma / BTech / BCom in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent.
3–5 years’ post-article experience in cost control or project accounting.
Experience in a complex construction or renewable energy environment.
Proficiency in IFRS, cost capitalisation, project finance, and online banking platforms.
Strong skills in MS Office (especially Excel) and ERP/accounting systems.
Advantageous:
- Certification with SAICA, SAIPA, CIMA, or ACCA.
- Experience with Xero and ApprovalMax.
- Knowledge of wind farm execution, critical path, and risk analysis.
EDF Renewable Energy Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about EDF Renewable Energy and has not been reviewed or approved by EDF Renewable Energy.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is presented as comprehensive, with reimbursements that can minimize out-of-pocket costs. Benefits are characterized as strong in this area and a notable part of the overall package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company matching is part of the offering, supporting long-term financial security. This element is highlighted alongside base pay as a core value driver.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay practices are described as transparent and merit-based, with policies that avoid salary-history inquiries and comply with overtime rules. These practices signal an intent to set compensation based on role, market, and performance.
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What We Do
EDF Renewables North America is a market leading independent power producer and service provider with 35 years of expertise in renewable energy. The Company delivers grid-scale power: wind (onshore and offshore), solar photovoltaic, and storage projects; distribution-scale power: solar and storage; asset optimization: technical, operational, and commercial expertise to maximize performance of generating projects, and onsite solutions, through the Company’s PowerFlex subsidiary, offering a full suite of onsite energy solutions for commercial and industrial customers: solar, storage, EV charging, energy management systems, and microgrids. EDF Renewables’ North American portfolio consists of 24 GW of developed projects and 13 GW under service contracts. EDF Renewables North America is a subsidiary of EDF Renewables, the dedicated renewable energy affiliate of the EDF Group.
