Junior Accountant

Modern Day Talent; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A growing accounting services firm in Cape Town is looking for a Junior Accountant. The ideal candidate will perform bookkeeping for UK clients, maintain financial records, and support monthly audits. Strong communication, understanding of bookkeeping principles, and some familiarity with UK accounting standards are necessary. This full-time role offers a collaborative office environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience with bookkeeping or relevant university degree.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Understanding of UK based accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day bookkeeping for a portfolio of UK clients.
• Maintain accurate financial records including general ledger entries.
• Prepare VAT returns and management accounts.
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable.
• Ensure timely data entry into accounting software.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Communication in English

Accounting standards understanding

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Experience with Xero or QuickBooks

Education

Relevant university degree

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

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Location: Cape Town, South Africa

Working pattern: Full time in office at our Claremont office.

Employment Type: Full-time

Working Hours: 11am - 8pm SAST time

Reporting to: Operations Manager, UK Based

Salary: Up to R25, gross per month

Overview

Our client, a growing UK-based accounting services firm, is seeking one highly capable Junior Accountant's to join their team out of Cape Town, South Africa.

This role will form part of building a high-quality finance function to support their scaling operations.

The role is ideal for early to mid career professionals, although we are open to candidates who are recent university graduates who show strong foundational knowledge in bookkeeping and a desire to grow within a fast-paced, international environment.

You’ll be working closely with UK colleagues and adhering to British accounting standards and practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day bookkeeping for a portfolio of UK clients
• Maintain accurate financial records including general ledger entries, bank reconciliations, and journals
• Assist in the preparation of VAT returns and management accounts
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable
• Ensure timely and accurate data entry into accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks)
• Support with monthly close processes and audit preparation
• Communicate regularly with the UK finance team to clarify transactions and resolve queries
• Ensure adherence to local and UK compliance and accounting standards

Candidate Profile

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven work experience with bookkeeping, accounts payable or accounting experience OR relevant university degree
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Understanding of UK based accounting standards
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and reconciliation techniques
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with cloud accounting software (Xero or QuickBooks)

High attention to detail with consistency in output

• Proactive mindset with the ability to work independently while aligning with a remote UK team

Preferred Traits

• Early - mid-career professionals showing strong potential and eagerness to grow
• Comfortable in an office-based environment that fosters team cohesion and mentorship
• Adaptable, with a growth mindset and a collaborative attitude
• Based in Cape Town and comfortable working from a dedicated co-working space office 5 days a week

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Accounting / Auditing and Finance

Industries: Staffing and Recruiting