Accountant

Swoop Recruitment; Wes-Kaap; Remote; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a skilled Accountant to join a dynamic remote team in Cape Town, South Africa. The role involves managing the finance function, transaction processing, and stakeholder communication, requiring Xero experience and strong organizational skills. Join an international firm offering flexible hours and a collaborative environment, perfect for those looking to grow in their careers.

Benefits

Fully remote role

Flexible hours

Supportive working environment

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in finance/accounting.
• Solid knowledge of Xero and Excel.
• Strong bookkeeping skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Daily use of Xero to manage financial transactions.
• Bank reconciliations and posting sales and purchase invoices.
• Preparing management accounts and supporting payroll.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Communication

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Xero

Education

Relevant Qualifications

Tools

Xero

Excel

HubSpot

Job description

Accountant | Remote (Cape Town, South Africa) | R50,000 - R60,000 PCM | Xero Experience Essential

We’re working in partnership with a fast-growing UK business to find a proactive and detail-driven Accountant to join their dynamic remote team. This is a brilliant opportunity for a skilled finance professional who thrives in a varied role and is passionate about making a real impact within a close-knit operations team.

The Role:

You’ll be at the heart of the finance function, ensuring the day-to-day operations run smoothly. From transaction processing and reconciliations to preparing management accounts, you’ll be hands-on across all aspects of the finance cycle. You’ll work closely with the Managing Director and liaise with stakeholders, so great communication skills are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Daily use of Xero to manage financial transactions
• Bank reconciliations and banking analysis
• Posting sales and purchase invoices
• Managing intercompany ledgers and control spreadsheets
• Supporting payroll and staff expenses
• Reconciling data across finance systems and HubSpot
• Processing payments and client card transactions
• Preparing commission statements for brokers

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a finance/accounting role
• Solid knowledge of Xero and Excel
• Strong bookkeeping skills and attention to detail
• Clear and confident communicator
• A self-starter with excellent organisational skills
• HubSpot experience is a plus, but not essential
• Relevant qualifications are preferred

Why Apply?

• Fully remote role based in Cape Town, South Africa
• Work with an international company headquartered in Mayfair, London, UK
• Flexible hours, especially around month-end requirements
• Competitive salary (R50,000 - R60,000 PCM DOE)
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

This is an ideal role for someone who loves variety and autonomy, and who is looking to grow with a forward-thinking business.