Cost and Management Accountant

Oza Holdings; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A local accounting firm in Cape Town is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support their accounting department. The successful candidate will be involved in handling accounts payable and receivable, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal applicants should hold a Bachelor's degree in accounting and have 3-5 years of relevant work experience, along with proficiency in accounting software such as Sage.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of accounting work experience is required.
• Familiarity with accounting software, specifically Sage.
• Compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) for SMEs.

Responsibilities

• Analyse financial information and prepare balance sheets and statements.
• Assist in financial audits and general ledger preparation.
• Prepare monthly management accounts including cash flow and P&L statements.
• Analyze cost structures and identify efficiency opportunities.
• Support audit processes and liaise with external auditors.
• Complete end-of-month close procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Sage

Job description

Cost and Management Accountant

Job Location: Western Cape, Cape Town
Deadline: January 10, 2026

Purpose of the role: We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support the accounting department by handling accounts payable and accounts receivable, performing bank reconciliations, assisting with month‑end and year‑end closing, preparing financial statements, maintaining financial records, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Proficiency in accounting software, excellent attention to detail, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse financial information and prepare balance sheets and financial statements.
• Assist in financial and tax audits, and general ledger preparation.
• Prepare and present the monthly detailed management accounts that include cash flow, profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and related schedules with analysis.
• Analyse cost structures and identify efficiency opportunities.
• Support audit processes and liaise with external auditors.
• Complete end‑of‑month close procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• Familiarity with software – Sage.
• 3‑5 years of accounting work experience.
• Coordinate with management and staff to prepare budgets.
• Ensure compliance with organizational guidelines and procedures.
• Resolve accounts payable and receivable issues or queries.
• Accurately perform daily reconciliations.
• Comply with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) for SMEs.