Practice Junior Project Accountant

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Position Description: Practice Junior Project Accountant

Position Number: 6743

Reference Number: 2026644

Introduction: Business Unit: Altron Digital Business Department: Dynamics Practice Location: Woodmead, Johannesburg Appointment Type: Permanent The Junior Project Accountant is responsible for supporting the financial tracking, reporting, and analysis of all projects within the Dynamics 365 Business Unit. This role works closely with Project Managers, the Operations Manager, and the central Finance team to ensure accurate financial records, timely reporting, and cost controls. The role includes reconciling contractor billing, tracking actuals against project budgets, and supporting GP and profitability reporting for both internal and client-facing projects.

Required Tasks: Monitor and update actual project costs in collaboration with PMs and Finance. Assist in the monthly reconciliation of contractor and supplier invoices against project delivery logs. Track and analyse actual vs. budgeted costs, investigating and flagging variances. Prepare monthly project profitability reports, including GP%, effort burn vs. revenue, and milestone tracking. Maintain and improve project cost trackers (typically in Excel or via ERP/PSA systems). Support forecast accuracy by capturing known risks to budget or changes in scope that may affect profitability. Ensure all time entries and cost allocations are accurate and complete before period close. Support the D365 BU in compiling project-level financial summaries for Forecast Reviews, MBRs, and Board Packs. Liaise with central finance teams to ensure alignment on revenue recognition policies and accruals. Assist in implementing standardised project accounting processes across the BU.

Requirements: A diploma or degree in Finance, Accounting, or Cost Management (or studying toward one). 1-2 years of experience in a finance or accounting role, preferably in a project or consulting environment. Exposure to project-based accounting, cost tracking, and financial variance analysis. High proficiency in Excel (including pivot tables and formulas). Familiarity with ERP or PSA systems (e.g., Dynamics 365 F&O, Business Central, Project Operations) is an advantage. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in reconciliations and data entry.

General Comment/s: Key Competencies: Numerical accuracy and attention to detail. Analytical thinking - able to spot variances and investigate causes. Accountability - owns the completeness and timeliness of financial data. Excel proficiency - able to manage and interpret large volumes of data. Communication skills - able to work with PMs, Finance, and vendors. Time management - meets monthly deadlines consistently. Learning mindset - willing to learn systems, policies, and accounting principles. Hybrid model position