A groundbreaking renewable energy company is looking for a highly experienced Asset Accountant to take full ownership of fixed asset accounting in a fast‑growing, capital‑intensive energy business. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure accurate asset tracking, compliance, and audit readiness across a large asset base. This role suits a technically strong, hands‑on accountant who thrives in detail‑driven environments and can hit the ground running.
Record the cost of newly acquired tangible and intangible fixed assets
Track, manage and reconcile fixed assets across their full lifecycle
Assign asset tag numbers and maintain accurate asset registers
Compile project costs into asset accounts and close projects on completion
Record depreciation and account for asset disposals
Reconcile the subsidiary fixed asset ledger to the general ledger
Perform periodic physical asset counts across locations
Prepare audit schedules and support internal and external audits
Conduct impairment reviews in line with IFRS (IAS 16 / IAS 36)
Create and maintain asset controls, procedures, and documentation
Generate regular asset and financial performance reports
Work closely with internal departments to ensure asset accuracy and compliance
Skills & Experience:
Minimum 5–10 years’ experience in a Fixed Asset / Asset Accounting role
Strong technical accounting expertise in IAS 16 and IAS 36
Proven experience managing large, geographically dispersed asset portfolios
Strong reconciliation, audit preparation and documentation skills
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central - non‑negotiable
Experience with Solidi Tech and 4Flow - non‑negotiable
Advanced Excel skills and strong systems capability
Able to work under pressure, manage deadlines and maintain accuracy
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross‑functionally
Highly organised, proactive and detail‑oriented
Qualification:
Accounting OR Bookkeeping Certificate OR Diploma OR Degree
Contact Joshua Lawrence on 021 418 1750, quoting the Ref: CTF022689.
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