The Opportunity

As an Accounting Professional you will get the opportunity to play a pivotal part in the Finance function at Hitachi Energy, supporting financial statement preparation across Southern African countries. Based in Modderfontein, South Africa, the position provides broad regional exposure and the chance to contribute to high‑impact financial outcomes by delivering accurate, timely, and compliant accounting activities. The role operates at the intersection of operational excellence and governance, enabling meaningful collaboration with stakeholders while ensuring adherence to internal standards and external regulatory requirements.

How you'll make an impact

Perform monthly reviews of financial results
Review project results, including backlog execution
Prepare journal entries for specific cost items
Prepare the Monthly Management Accounts (MA) pack
Prepare audit files and support audit requirements
Conduct in-depth analysis of business performance, compile information, and prepare reports to support management decision-making
Perform functional controlling activities, including budgeting, cost control, communication, charging mechanisms, tax compliance, and business partnering with relevant functions
Support monthly and quarterly reporting and closing processes
Prepare cost analyses, estimates, accruals, reclassifications, and ad hoc reports
Monitor performance indicators, identify trends, and analyze causes of variances
Collaborate closely with local and senior leadership
Demonstrate Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity by taking responsibility for actions and supporting colleagues and the business
You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
Living Hitachi Energy’s core values safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business

Your Background

Postgraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CA (SA) qualification preferred.
3–5 years of experience in financial controlling or analysis; advanced FP&A operations experience is an advantage
Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
Solid working knowledge of SAP FI/CO modules
Strong understanding of general accounting and financial reporting processes
Ability to analyze complex financial data effectively
Proven analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to identify problems and implement solutions
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a high sense of ownership and a proactive, results-driven approach

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Lieu	Modderfontein, Gauteng, South Africa
Type d'emploi	Full time
De l'expérience	Experienced
Fonction du poste	Finance
Contrat	Regular
Date de publication	2026-04-30
Numéro de réference	R0126854

À propos de Hitachi Energy

Hitachi Energy est un chef de file technologique mondial voué à la promotion d’un avenir énergétique durable pour tous. Nous servons des clients dans les secteurs des services publics, de l'industrie et des infrastructures avec des solutions et des services innovants tout au long de la chaîne de valeur. Avec nos clients et nos partenaires, nous sommes pionniers en matière de technologies et permettons la transformation numérique nécessaire pour accélérer la transition énergétique vers un avenir carboneutre.

Nous employons plus de 45 000 personnes dans 90 pays qui, chaque jour, travaillent dans un but précis et mettent à profit leurs différents parcours pour remettre en question le statu quo. Nous vous invitons à postuler aujourd'hui et à faire partie d'une équipe mondiale qui apprécie une vérité simple : diversité + collaboration = grande innovation.