Client Accountant - Detail-Driven & Client-Focused

The Fiduciary Recruitment Group; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work after probation

Study support up to R5,000 per year

Annual leave 15 days increasing to 20

Job summary

The Fiduciary Recruitment Group is recruiting a Client Accountant in the Cape Town area to manage a client portfolio and deliver accurate accounting services. You will review junior staff work and maintain high operational standards in a busy, client-facing environment.

Requirements include 3–5 years in financial services as a Client Accountant, strong bookkeeping, and a relevant degree or designation. Hybrid work after probation, with competitive benefits and study support.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in a financial services environment as a Client Accountant.
• Solid knowledge of high-level bookkeeping and accounting.
• Commerce or Financial degree advantageous; professional designation advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Process bank reconciliations, petty cash and journals through to Trial Balance.
• Prepare VAT reports and reconciliations.
• Assist with creditor payments and manage Aged Payables/Receivables.
• Handle payroll administration.
• Assist with cash flow management and budgeting.
• Prepare and file statutory returns.
• Build and maintain client relationships.
• Prepare management accounts.
• Prepare and manage inventory reconciliations.

Skills

3–5 years experience

MS Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Client-focused

Time management

Xero experience

Education

Commerce or Financial degree

Professional Accountant designation

Tools

Xero

Job description

The Fiduciary Recruitment Group is recruiting a Client Accountant in the Cape Town area to manage a client portfolio and deliver accurate accounting services. You will review junior staff work and maintain high operational standards in a busy, client-facing environment.

Requirements include 3–5 years in financial services as a Client Accountant, strong bookkeeping, and a relevant degree or designation. Hybrid work after probation, with competitive benefits and study support.