Accountant

Job Description

Accountant – Energetech

About Energetech

Energetech is a global energy trading and infrastructure development firm with a strong presence in East & Southern Africa. We support mining and industrial clients by supplying fuels, chemicals, spare parts, and other critical inputs, while also pursuing innovative ventures in energy and infrastructure.

Our business is built on commercial agility and deep market understanding. We thrive by turning fragmented, complex data into actionable strategies that allow us to move faster than the market and deliver real value to our partners.

About the Role

Energetech is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant to join our finance team. This role will support our day-to-day financial operations, ensure accuracy in reporting, and contribute to the integrity of our internal controls.

The Accountant will play a key role in managing payables, reconciliations, reporting, and VAT compliance, while also supporting audits and financial closes. The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting skills, be comfortable working in a fast-paced international environment, and demonstrate the ability to apply discipline and accuracy in their work.

Key Responsibilities

• Record invoices and general ledger entries in accounting software, in line with internal processes and controls.
• Manage the full accounts payable lifecycle, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Reconcile bank statements, petty cash, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare monthly OPEX reporting, including variance analysis against budget.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closing processes.
• File quarterly VAT returns and ensure compliance with relevant tax regulations.
• Provide documentation and administrative support during audits.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth financial workflows and accurate reporting.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related field.
• 1–3 years’ experience in accounting; exposure to commodities, trading, or logistics industries is an advantage.
• Part-qualified ACCA / ACA / CPA or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting software (NetSuite an advantage).
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Energetech?

• Be part of a dynamic international trading and infrastructure firm with operations across East & Southern Africa.
• Gain exposure to commodities and energy trading, with the opportunity to develop specialist knowledge.
• Work in a high-growth, entrepreneurial environment where your contribution will have direct impact.
• Build your career in a company that values accuracy, discipline, and commercial agility.