Junior Accountant

Modern Day Talent; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A growing UK-based accounting services firm is seeking a Junior Accountant in Cape Town, South Africa. This role involves day-to-day bookkeeping for UK clients, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring compliance with UK standards. Ideal candidates should have a university degree in finance and solid communication skills in English. This full-time position offers a supportive work environment to grow your career.

Qualifications

• University degree or qualification in Accounting, Bookkeeping or Finance field.
• Proven work experience with bookkeeping or accounts payable is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and reconciliation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day bookkeeping for a portfolio of UK clients.
• Maintain accurate financial records including general ledger entries.
• Assist in the preparation of VAT returns and management accounts.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Communication skills in English

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Understanding of UK accounting standards

Education

University degree in Accounting, Bookkeeping or Finance

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Role: Junior Accountant

Location: Cape Town, South Africa

Working pattern: Office based 5 days a week

Working hours: 11am - 8pm SAST (9am - 6pm UK)

Employment Type: Full-time

Reporting to: Operations Manager, UK

Salary range: R16,000 - R25,000 gross per month

Overview

Our client, a growing UK-based accounting services firm, is seeking a highly capable Junior Accountant to join their team out of Cape Town, South Africa. You will join a team of two existing junior accountants in the Cape Town office and this role will form part of building a high-quality finance function to support their scaling operations.

The role is ideal for university graduates who hold a BCom degree or any finance-related certifications and 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 (e.g., 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:

• University degree or qualification in Accounting, Bookkeeping or Finance field
• Proven work experience with bookkeeping, accounts payable or accounting experience is advantageous
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Understanding of UK based accounting standards
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and reconciliation techniques
• Proficiency or strong understanding of Microsoft Excel and experience with cloud accounting software (Xero is very advantageous, QuickBooks, or similar)
• 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:

• University graduates who showing strong potential and eagerness to kick off their professional career or candidates who are in the early stages of their finance career
• 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