Accounts Assistant: Detail-Driven Finance Support

Cavalli Estate; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Cavalli Estate is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join our Finance team in Cape Town. You will handle day-to-day accounting tasks, process invoices, reconcile accounts, and support budgeting and stock control activities.

The role requires 1–3 years in accounts or finance support, strong spreadsheet skills, and a meticulous, service-oriented approach. You will collaborate with colleagues, suppliers, and guests, contributing to accurate financial reporting.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years relevant experience in accounts, bookkeeping or finance support.
• Good understanding of creditors, debtors and account reconciliations.
• Comfortable working with spreadsheets and financial information.
• Highly attentive to detail and able to work methodically and accurately.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Professional and respectful when interacting with colleagues, suppliers and guests.
• Show initiative and take responsibility for their work.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Energetic and service-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Review customer orders and process invoices; reconcile customer accounts when needed.
• Review supplier invoices and ensure information is complete; obtain approvals as required.
• Track departmental expenses and update relevant budget trackers.
• Prepare weekly and monthly payment files; reconcile cash-ups and investigate variances.
• Maintain accurate financial filing and assist with ad-hoc finance requests.
• Assist with year-end audits and monthly stock verification.
• Ensure assets are correctly allocated and costing sheets are updated.

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Account reconciliations

Spreadsheet literacy

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Tools

Excel

Job description

Cavalli Estate is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join our Finance team in Cape Town. You will handle day-to-day accounting tasks, process invoices, reconcile accounts, and support budgeting and stock control activities.

The role requires 1–3 years in accounts or finance support, strong spreadsheet skills, and a meticulous, service-oriented approach. You will collaborate with colleagues, suppliers, and guests, contributing to accurate financial reporting.