Junior Accountant

Believe Resourcing; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company based in Century City seeks a motivated Junior Accountant to join their finance team. This role will involve capturing and reconciling accounts payable and receivable, processing invoices, and assisting with monthly financial reports. Candidates should have a National Diploma or BCom in Accounting, with some accounting experience preferred. Proficiency in Excel and accounting software is essential. This full-time position offers a salary of R14,000 – R18,000 CTC per month.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years’ accounting experience, hospitality or multi-entity experience is an advantage.
• Understanding of hospitality revenue streams is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Capture and reconcile accounts payable and receivable.
• Process supplier invoices and verify documentation.
• Reconcile bank accounts and petty cash.
• Assist with monthly management accounts.
• Prepare VAT, PAYE, and UIF returns.
• Manage supplier accounts and resolve queries.

Skills

Accounting software proficiency

Excel

Multi-entity accounting

Organized and accurate

Education

National Diploma or BCom in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Sage

Xero

Job description

Job Title: Junior Accountant
Location: Century City – On-site
Salary: R14,000 – R18,000 CTC per month (depending on experience)
Employment Type: Full-time / Permanent

About the Role:
Our client is seeking a motivated Junior Accountant to join their finance team. This role offers exposure to multi-entity accounting and hospitality finance operations, supporting day-to-day financial management and month-end reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Capture and reconcile accounts payable and receivable across business units.

• Process supplier invoices and verify supporting documentation.

• Reconcile bank accounts, petty cash, and POS/till cash-ups.

• Assist with monthly management accounts and property reports.

• Maintain the general ledger and post journals accurately.

• Prepare and submit VAT, PAYE, and UIF returns.

• Assist with payroll processing for hospitality and operations staff.

• Manage supplier accounts and resolve queries promptly.

• Liaise with FOH managers to resolve billing discrepancies.

• Support year-end audits and ad-hoc finance projects as required.

Requirements:

• National Diploma or BCom in Accounting or Finance (or studying towards).

• 1–3 years’ accounting experience; hospitality or multi-entity experience is an advantage.

• Proficiency in Excel and accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero).

• Understanding of hospitality revenue streams (rooms, F&B, rentals) is a plus.

• Highly organised, accurate, and able to meet deadlines consistently.