• Full Time
  • Germiston, South Africa

Eskom Communications

Eskom generates about 95% of the electricity used in South Africa and around 45% of the electricity used in Africa. The company generates, transmits, and distributes electricity to industrial, mining, commercial, agricultural, and residential customers, as well as redistributors. New power stations and major power lines are under construction to meet growing demand.

 

Re-Advertised: Senior Advisor – Financial Accounting and Control

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification Bachelors, Higher National Certificate, National Certificate
  • Experience 5 years
  • Location Mpumalanga
  • Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit

Introduction

This role provides professional reporting and accounting support services in line with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), Eskom policies, procedures, and relevant laws. It supports strong financial control and discipline.

Job Responsibilities

  • Manage general ledger accounts and ensure tax compliance.
  • Facilitate and maintain financial controls.
  • Prepare and complete financial accounting, management reports, packs, and schedules.
  • Prepare and compile tax, related party, and inter-company schedules.
  • Maintain relationships with stakeholders.
  • Control access to financial systems, workflows, and information delegation.
  • Manage month-end periodic processing.
  • Mentor and coach team members.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications:

  • B Degree / B Tech / National Higher Diploma / Advanced Diploma in Finance / Accounting / Economics at NQF 7 with 360 credits.

Related Experience:

  • Experience in financial reporting, accounting, taxation, internal controls, and financial management.
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.

Skills and Competencies Required

Behavioral Skills:

  • Accountability
  • Commercial awareness and judgment
  • Influence and persuasion
  • Relationship building
  • Strategy alignment
  • Leadership
  • Business acumen
  • Customer orientation
  • Results orientation
  • Judgment and decision making

Knowledge:

  • Budgeting and forecasting (Level 4)
  • Closing and consolidation (Level 4)
  • External reporting (Level 3)
  • Financial and accounting principles (Level 4)
  • Financial analysis and reporting (Level 4)
  • Financial forecasting and projection (Level 3)
  • Financial information compilation (Level 4)
  • Financial information interpretation (Level 4)
  • Financial risk assessment (Level 3)
  • Financial system knowledge (Level 4)
  • Internal controls (Level 4)
  • Financial instruments and markets

Skills:

  • Analytical skills
  • Project management
  • Communication and engagement

Application Deadline: 19 December 2025

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through Eskom’s careers portal on eskomcareers.ci.hr.

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