ACCOUNTANT (RETAIL) - R35k pm - Southern Suburbs, Cpt

DO MORE Placements; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 355,000 - 426,000; Full time

Job summary

DO MORE Placements is recruiting an Accountant (Retail) for the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town. The role reports to the finance team and focuses on balance sheet reconciliations, debtors management, and tax compliance in a busy retail environment.

Responsibilities include monthly reporting, fixed asset maintenance, audit support, VAT and tax submissions, and collaboration with HR on finance matters. Minimum 4 years in retail accounting preferred; SAIPA/SAICA articles advantageous.

Qualifications

• Relevant accounting qualification such as a BCom Accounting degree or equivalent.
• Completed SAIPA or SAICA articles would be advantageous.
• Approximately 4+ years’ experience in a similar accounting position, preferably within a retail, importing, wholesale or distribution environment.
• Sound knowledge of VAT, Income Tax and Ad Valorem tax requirements.
• Strong experience in balance sheet reconciliations and debtors management.
• Experience working with NetSuite or a similar accounting system.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong numerical and analytical abilities.
• Able to work independently, prioritise competing deadlines and communicate effectively with stakeholders across different departments.

Responsibilities

• Balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Debtors management and allocations.
• Audit support and coordination.

Skills

Balance sheet reconciliations

Debtors management

VAT knowledge

Income Tax knowledge

Ad Valorem tax knowledge

Advanced Excel

Attention to detail

Independent worker / strong communic

Education

BCom Accounting degree

SAIPA/SAICA articles

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

ACCOUNTANT (RETAIL) - R35k pm - Southern Suburbs, Cpt

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 08/25/2026

ACCOUNTANT (RETAIL) Southern Suburbs, Cape Town | R35,000 per month

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting and Reporting

• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies.
• Compile accurate monthly management reports.
• Maintain the fixed asset register, ensuring all additions, disposals and adjustments are recorded correctly.

Debtors Management

• Manage the full debtors function from end to end.
• Process and allocate customer receipts accurately.
• Reconcile debtor accounts and resolve outstanding queries.
• Follow up on overdue accounts and monitor outstanding balances.

Audit Support

• Assist with the preparation, coordination and successful completion of the annual audit.
• Prepare supporting schedules and documentation as required by the auditors.

Tax and Statutory Compliance

• Prepare and submit VAT, Income Tax and Ad Valorem tax returns.
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax legislation and submission deadlines.
• Assist with tax planning and related finance initiatives.

Finance Support to HR

• Partner with the HR department on finance-related matters.
• Assist with leave administration and reconciliations.
• Calculate employee incentives and commissions accurately.
  

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a large, well-established company with a strong presence in the retail sector.
• Gain exposure to a diverse accounting function within a busy, commercially focused environment.
• Take ownership of key financial areas while working closely with multiple departments.
• Develop valuable experience within a recognised and stable organisation.
• Work in a role that combines technical accounting, compliance and business partnering responsibilities.
  

Requirements

Requirements

• Relevant accounting qualification, such as a BCom Accounting degree or equivalent.
• Completed SAIPA or SAICA articles would be advantageous.
• Approximately 4+ years’ experience in a similar accounting position, preferably within a retail, importing, wholesale or distribution environment.
• Sound knowledge of VAT, Income Tax and Ad Valorem tax requirements.
• Strong experience in balance sheet reconciliations and debtors management.
• Experience working with NetSuite or a similar accounting system.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong numerical and analytical abilities.
• Able to work independently, prioritise competing deadlines and communicate effectively with stakeholders across different departments.
  

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a large, well-established company with a strong presence in the retail sector.
  
• Gain exposure to a diverse accounting function within a busy, commercially focused environment.
  
• Take ownership of key financial areas while working closely with multiple departments.
  
• Develop valuable experience within a recognised and stable organisation.
  
• Work in a role that combines technical accounting, compliance and business partnering responsibilities.