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Project Finance Intern

Job in Cape Town, 7561, South Africa
Listing for: iX engineers (Pty) Ltd.
Apprenticeship/Internship position
Listed on 2026-09-12
Job specializations:
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Analyst, Financial Reporting, Finance Assistant, Accounts Receivable/ Collections
  • Accounting
    Financial Analyst, Financial Reporting, Finance Assistant, Accounts Receivable/ Collections
Job Description & How to Apply Below
  • Assist with project setup, maintenance, and project close-out activities.
  • Maintain accurate project and financial records.
  • Support Finance with ad hoc projects and process improvement initiatives.
Key

Roles and Responsibilities
  • Assist with project setup, maintenance, and project close-out activities.
  • Maintain accurate project and financial records.
  • Support Finance with ad hoc projects and process improvement initiatives.
Project Financial Administration
  • Assist with project setup, maintenance, and project close-out activities.
  • Maintain accurate project and financial records.
  • Support Finance with ad hoc projects and process improvement initiatives.
Budgeting and Forecasting
  • Assist in updating project budgets and forecasts.
  • Monitor project financial performance against budgets.
  • Support project financial planning activities.
Revenue, Costs and WIP Management
  • Assist in monitoring project revenue, costs, invoicing, and Work in Progress (WIP).
  • Prepare WIP schedules and project financial reports.
  • Support the monthly revenue recognition process.
  • Assist in identifying financial variances and outstanding invoices.
  • Help monitor project profitability and performance.
Financial Reporting and Analysis
  • Prepare financial reports, schedules, and analyses using Excel.
  • Support monthly project reporting and variance analysis.
  • Assist with identifying incorrectly allocated costs and timesheet postings.
  • Analyse project financial data and highlight potential issues.
Audit Support
  • Assist with audit preparation activities.
  • Gather and provide supporting documentation for audits.
  • Ensure financial records are accurate and audit-ready.
Qualifications And Experience Minimum Qualification
  • Studying towards or recently completed a:
    • Diploma in Accounting
    • Finance
    • Financial Management
    • Management Accounting
    • Or a related qualification
Experience
  • 1-2 years of experience in a project-related environment.
  • Exposure to project finance, accounting, or financial administration would be advantageous.
Skills and Knowledge Financial Knowledge
  • Basic understanding of:
    • Project finance
    • Budgeting and forecasting
    • Revenue and cost analysis
    • Work in Progress (WIP)
    • Invoicing processes
    • Revenue recognition
    • Project profitability
Technical Skills
  • Basic to intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Ability to prepare financial reports and schedules.
  • Willingness to learn ERP and project management systems.
  • Experience with systems such as:
    • Odoo
    • Vantagepoint
    • Similar ERP systems (advantageous)
Analytical Skills
  • Strong numerical ability.
  • Ability to analyse financial data and identify variances.
  • Good problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
Communication and Administration
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organisational and administrative abilities.
  • Ability to work effectively within a team.
  • Ability to manage deadlines and multiple tasks.
Personal Attributes
  • High attention to detail.
  • Professionalism and integrity.
  • Eagerness to learn and develop.
  • Ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
  • Strong work ethic and willingness to take initiative.
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