Junior Accountant: Global Finance & Month-End Reporting

Dentsu, Inc.; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Dentsu in Cape Town seeks a Financial Accountant to oversee SSA and Uganda accounting and reporting. You will manage AP/AR, month-end closes, intercompany accounting, and tax compliance while coordinating with regional and international stakeholders.

The role requires 2–4 years of accounting experience, a degree in accounting or finance, and strong Excel skills. This permanent, full-time position is based in Cape Town with local and international collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or similar field.
• 2-4 years of accounting experience, preferably in a multinational or agency environment.
• Solid knowledge of financial reporting, controls, and compliance.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day accounting operations and monthly financial reporting for SSA and Uganda.
• Prepare and post month-end journals, including accruals, leave provisions, interest, depreciation, and reversals.
• Support month-end close, ABI reporting, and Forex Exposure reporting.
• Maintain accurate financial records, schedules, and reporting trackers.
• Provide accounting and reporting support to the wider finance team.
• Capture and process supplier, media, and employee expense invoices with proper approvals.
• Perform creditor, debtor, and intercompany reconciliations.
• Prepare weekly payment schedules and review payment documentation.
• Manage intercompany recharges, reconciliations, loans, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with intercompany agreements and URA/VAT filings.

Skills

stakeholder management

communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Dentsu in Cape Town seeks a Financial Accountant to oversee SSA and Uganda accounting and reporting. You will manage AP/AR, month-end closes, intercompany accounting, and tax compliance while coordinating with regional and international stakeholders.

The role requires 2–4 years of accounting experience, a degree in accounting or finance, and strong Excel skills. This permanent, full-time position is based in Cape Town with local and international collaboration.