FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT

Elev8; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 502,000 - 614,000; Full time

Job summary

Elev8, a Global Financial Services concern, is seeking a numerically inclined Financial Accountant to join the Cape Town team in Century City. You will manage day-to-day financial accounting, including cashbooks, reconciliations, payroll, and management reporting to ensure accuracy, compliance and strong financial control.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance, with SAICA/ACCA/CIMA advantageous, 3–5 years’ experience, and proficiency in Excel and SAGE 200 Evolution;

Qualifications

• Essential qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field.
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• Professional qualification (e.g. SAICA, ACCA, CIMA) advantageous.
• “3–5 years’ experience in a financial accounting role” in relevant industries would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Weekly cashbook processing and bank reconciliations (ZAR and foreign currencies).
• Weekly revenue processing and monthly debtor reconciliations.
• Preparation of bi-monthly supplier payment schedules after reviewing creditors reconciliations.
• Preparing and executing payments on the banking platform.
• Monthly payroll processing and liaison with payroll for issues.
• Monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts including intercompany accounts.
• Maintenance of monthly budgets and preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Assist financial manager with audits and answer queries.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial reporting

Analytical thinking

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

SAICA/ACCA/CIMA advantageous

Tools

SAGE 200 Evolution

Job description

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT – Century City, Cape Town, Western Cape

R45k to R55k Basic Per Month plus Benefits (Negotiable based on qualification and years of relevant experience)

Our Client, a Global Financial Services concern is seeking a highly numerically inclined and technically sound Financial Accountant to join their dynamic team of finance professionals.

One would describe you as being a highly organised problem solver who possesses strong time management skills and who places particular emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail.

Further to this you have good time management skills and a sense of urgency when needing to meet set deadlines. You are also highly analytical, and have the ability to work under pressure. You are extremely adaptable also able to think quickly on your feet.

This role has the potential to further develop and grow.

Main Purpose of the Role:

To manage the day-to-day financial accounting functions of the business, including cashbooks, reconciliations, payroll, and management reporting, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and effective financial control while supporting the Financial Manager with reporting, audits, and projects.

Minimum Requirements:

• Essential Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Professional qualification (e.g. SAICA, ACCA, CIMA) - advantageous
• 3–5 years’ experience in a financial accounting role gained within the financial services / investment / consulting / property / legal or related corporate industry would be advantageous!
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards
• SAGE 200 Evolution experience is highly preferred!
• Proficient with Excel - Advanced
• Proficient with MS Office
• Exposure to foreign currencies (GBP, USD, EUR) - advantageous

Key Responsibilities:

• Weekly cashbook processing (ZAR and foreign denominated accounts) and performance of bank reconciliations.
• Weekly revenue processing and monthly debtor reconciliations. Liaising with the commissions department to resolve any commissions related issues.
• Preparation of bi-monthly supplier payment schedules after reviewing and signing off on creditors reconciliations.
• Preparing and executing payments on the banking platform.
• Perform monthly payroll processing. Liaising with the payroll department to resolve any payroll related issues.
• Monthly reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts including reconciliation of all intercompany debtor, creditor and loan accounts.
• Maintaining of monthly budgets.
• Preparation of monthly management accounts and responding to any queries from group financial manager.
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to resolve any queries / respond to any requests.
• Assisting financial manager with projects.
• Responding to annual audit queries / preparation of audit packs.