Financial Accountant (Senior Bookkeeper)

C40 Cities; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global alternative investment manager in Cape Town is seeking a Financial Accountant (Senior Bookkeeper) to oversee financial operations and manage a small team. This role requires strong bookkeeping experience, attention to detail, and proficiency in accounting software. Ideal candidates will have a BCom Degree in Accounting/Finance and 5+ years of experience in the financial services industry. Competitive salary negotiable.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on bookkeeping experience.
• Experience in the financial services industry is essential.
• Previous experience supervising or managing a small team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including bookkeeping and accounts payable.
• Supervise and mentor a small team.
• Manage general ledger reconciliations and month-end processes.
• Assist with financial reporting and compliance.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Team supervision

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Excel

Education

BCom Degree in Accounting / Finance

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Financial Accountant (Senior Bookkeeper)

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Are you a detail-oriented finance professional with strong bookkeeping experience and a knack for managing small teams?We’re looking for a Financial Accountant (Senior Bookkeeper) in Cape Town to join our client who is a leading global alternative investment manager.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your skills will directly contribute to the success of a world-class organisation.

This role offers the chance to be part of a team that manages over $30 billion in commitments while benefiting from the expertise and resources of a globally integrated platform.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Overseeing day-to-day financial operations, including bookkeeping and accounts payable.
• Supervising and mentoring a small team (1x Bookkeeper, 1x Accounts Payable Clerk).
• Managing general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end processes.
• Assisting with financial reporting and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
• Supporting the preparation of management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and other ad-hoc financial tasks.

What We’re Looking For:

• BCom Degree in Accounting / Finance or similar qualification
• 5+ Years’ hands-on bookkeeping experience - this is key!
• Experience in the financial services industry is essential.
• Previous experience supervising or managing a small team.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

About the job

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: Cape Town

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Financial Accountant

Industry: Financial Services

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: Cape Town

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Job Reference: 1ROZYK-55F84CF5

Date posted: 7 August 2025

Consultant: Megan Venter

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