Project Accountant

Posted 4 Days Ago
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Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZAF
In-Office
Junior
Financial Services
The Role
The Project Accountant provides financial advice and operational support, prepares budgets and financial reports, records and reconciles transactions, analyzes costs and business performance, maintains accounting documentation, and ensures compliance with reporting standards. The role also manages financial information systems, supports decision-making, improves financial processes, and collaborates with stakeholders and finance teams.
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Job Description

To collaborate with business units to deliver strategic financial advice and support, aimed at enhancing operational effectiveness through the consistent execution of financial services aligned with established standard operating procedures.

Hello Future Project Accountant
Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us proud.
As part of our team, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious.


Role Responsibilities
  • Partner with stakeholders in the provision of financial insights and guidance into operational and general decision making.
  • Monitor and coach behaviours that ensure a service culture and exceptional client service.
  • Integrate into existing finance teams/structures to optimise delivery of key tasks within deadlines.
  • Apply strong technical skills to ensure compliance and improve quality of financial outputs.  
  • Manage and monitor applications and effectiveness of business financial information systems.
  • Participate in budget preparation and the related processes throughout the budget period.
  • Record, interrogate and manage costs with associated drivers for decision-making.
  • Plan and apply principles to accurately record, adjust and reconcile financial transactions.
  • Maintain supporting documentation according to accounting and reporting standards.
  • Prepare, analyse and report on business financial performance.
  • Maximise productivity through effective planning.  
  • Manage interrelationships between systems, data and resources.
  • Participate and contribute to a development culture.
  • Plan and manage performance, skills development and succession management.
  • Continuously assess own performance and request training where appropriate.

Ideal Candidate
  • Relevant Degree
  • 2+ years post qualification experience in a financial field
  • Experience in the financial services industry will be an advantage but not necessary
  • Strong academic performance
  • Qualified CA(SA) ( will be an advantage)
You will have access to:
  • Work with a talented and dedicated team.
  • Drive innovation and make a significant impact on the business
  • Opportunities to network and collaborate.
  • Challenging work and opportunities to innovate.

Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now!

Important Closing Date Note

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

16/11/26

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

Skills Required

  • Relevant degree
  • At least 2 years of post-qualification experience in a financial field
  • Strong academic performance
  • Qualified CA(SA)
  • Experience in the financial services industry

FirstRand Limited Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about FirstRand Limited and has not been reviewed or approved by FirstRand Limited.

  • Healthcare Strength — Employees typically have access to structured medical scheme membership through providers such as Bankmed, Discovery Health, or Bonitas, with optional gap cover. Certain campuses also offer wellbeing resources like gyms, wellness screenings, and health facilities.
  • Retirement Support — The group provides pension or umbrella retirement funds alongside group risk benefits such as life insurance, funeral plans, and permanent health/disability insurance, supporting long‑term financial security.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives — Structured incentive programs and performance bonuses complement base pay in many roles, and commission-based positions can offer stronger earning potential.

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The Company
HQ: Johannesburg
49,989 Employees
Year Founded: 1998

What We Do

FirstRand is a portfolio of integrated financial services businesses offering transactional, lending, investment and insurance products and services. The group seeks to build long-term franchise value and deliver superior, sustainable returns within acceptable levels of volatility. Its corporate centre houses key functions—including risk, compliance, governance, internal audit, treasury, finance and tax—that support the broader group and its operating businesses.

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