Assistant Accountant

The Legends Agency; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance firm in Cape Town is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their fast-paced team. The role involves assisting with financial statements, processing transactions, and maintaining records. Ideal candidates have 1-3 years of accounting experience, proficiency in Excel, and strong organizational skills. This position offers a salary of R19,000–R23,000 per month within an office-based, full-time environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant accounting or finance experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Process accounts payable and receivable.
• Enter and verify the accuracy of financial transactions.
• Perform bank reconciliations and other reconciliations as required.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records and documents.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proficiency in Excel

Familiarity with accounting software

Job description

Overview

Assistant Accountant — Join a fast-paced finance team and grow your accounting career.

Location: Epping, Cape Town | R19,000–R23,000 per month | Office-based, full-time

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established company based in Epping, Cape Town, with a strong focus on operational excellence and financial accuracy. They pride themselves on maintaining a supportive and professional work environment where employees are encouraged to learn, grow, and take on new challenges. Joining this team means working in a stable, structured business with opportunities to develop your accounting expertise.

The Role

The Assistant Accountant will provide critical support to the finance team, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in daily financial operations. This role involves assisting with the preparation of reports, processing transactions, reconciliations, and maintaining organized records to support smooth accounting processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of financial statements and reports


• Process accounts payable and receivable


• Enter and verify the accuracy of financial transactions


• Perform bank reconciliations and other reconciliations as required


• Maintain accurate and organized financial records and documents


• Assist with budgeting tasks when needed


• Support the accounting team with ad hoc projects and responsibilities

About You

• 1-3 years of relevant accounting or finance experience


• Strong organizational and time management skills


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel


• Familiarity with accounting or invoicing software


• High attention to detail and accuracy


• Strong verbal and written communication skills


• Self-motivated with a desire to learn and grow within accounting