Job title: Accountant
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Salary type: Annual
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Cape Town, CBD
Job published: 27/06/2025
Job ID: 62959

Job Description

Calling SAIPA qualified individuals that looking for a dynamic and active team! They are a well-established, forward-thinking organisation with offices based in both Stellenbosch and Cape Town. They looking to employ an Accountant to join the finance team, the finance team supports multiple business functions and legal entities, offering exposure to a diverse and stimulating working environment. 

Why Join This Team?

  • Join a supportive and dynamic finance team where your contributions will make a tangible impact across multiple legal entities
  • An exciting opportunity for an experienced Accountant to play a vital role in the financial operations of a growing business
  • Added benefit of working closely with the Finance Manager and leadership team

What you will be doing:

  • Support monthly and weekly management account reporting
  • Produce monthly bordereaux for insurers
  • Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable
  • Prepare weekly and monthly bank reconciliations
  • Review and approve invoices
  • Process and pay supplier invoices
  • Perform daily bookkeeping tasks
  • Help implement and maintain financial controls and processes
  • Assist in the preparation of annual budgets

What we are looking for:

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting
  • 3–5 years of relevant experience in a similar role
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Proficiency in MS Office and Xero (QuickBooks experience is a plus)
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team

Benefits & Unique Aspects:

  • Market-related monthly salary
  • Group disability insurance cover
  • Annual professional membership fees covered (e.g. SAICA, SAIPA, CIMA)
  • 21 days of annual leave, plus a day off for your birthday

Please note if you haven’t heard back from us within two weeks of submitting your application, unfortunately your application has not been successful this time. We’d still love to stay connected, follow us online and keep an eye out for future opportunities that match your profile.