Financial Assistant (Remote from Cape Town)

Outsourcery; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm based in Cape Town seeks a motivated Finance Assistant to join their dynamic Finance Team. This entry-level role requires at least 2 years of experience in finance or accounting and currently studying CIMA. You will assist with finance operations, reporting, and compliance to help meet CIMA practical requirements. This position offers mentorship opportunities and exposure to international operations.

Benefits

Exposure to a broad range of finance activities

Supportive leadership

Mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ working experience in a finance or accounting role.
• Strong Excel and financial systems skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day finance operations, including accounts payable and receivable.
• Manage the timekeeping system.
• Support intercompany transactions across international entities.
• Provide support with year-end audit preparation.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong Excel skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Currently studying towards CIMA qualification

Job description

Financial Assistant (Remote from Cape Town)

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join Outsourcery’s Finance Team. This role is ideal for someone with at least 2 years’ working experience in finance or accounting and currently studying towards their CIMA qualification. The position offers an excellent opportunity to gain well-rounded practical experience across finance operations, reporting, and compliance - helping you fulfil your CIMA practical experience requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day finance operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
• Manage the timekeeping system.
• Support intercompany transactions and reconciliations across international entities.
• Provide support with year-end audit preparation and documentation.
• Assist with ad-hoc projects, analysis, and reporting as required.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ working experience in a finance or accounting role.
• Currently studying towards CIMA qualification.
• Strong Excel and financial systems skills.
• Attention to detail, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Own work from home setup (relevant workspace, computer, strong internet connection).
• Authorised to work in South Africa, based in Cape Town or the surrounding areas (to allow for in-person meet-ups)

Why Join Us?

• Exposure to a broad range of finance activities across international operations.
• Opportunity to build experience aligned with CIMA practical requirements.
• Work in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment that values innovation and continuous improvement.
• Supportive leadership and opportunities for mentorship from senior finance professionals.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance and Sales

Industries

Professional Services

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