JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT R 35k pm DURBANVILLE, CPT

DO MORE Placements; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A professional recruitment firm is seeking a Junior Accountant in Cape Town. This role offers direct mentorship from the CFO and provides extensive opportunities for career growth within a small and supportive finance team. The ideal candidate will have completed accounting articles and a BCom in Accounting/Finance, with strong Excel skills. Responsibilities include daily reconciliations, month-end close processes, and assisting with financial reporting. Ideal for someone eager to transition from practice to commercial finance.

Benefits

Direct mentorship from CFO

Career growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Learning & development guidance

Qualifications

• Completed or nearly completed SAIPA/CIMA accounting articles.
• BCom in Accounting, Finance, or similar qualification.
• 1-3 years solid experience in accounting or audit environment.

Responsibilities

• Capture and reconcile daily transactions across multiple entities.
• Prepare and post journal entries for month-end close.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Support management accounts preparation and variance analysis.
• Assist with VAT, PAYE, and other statutory submissions.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Accounting system skills (Sage, Xero, Pastel)

Attention to detail

Organisational ability

Communication skills

Education

BCom in Accounting or Finance

Completed or nearly completed SAIPA/CIMA articles

Job description

JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT - R 35k pm - DURBANVILLE CPT

About the Company

An established privately owned group with diverse business interests across Southern Africa is looking for a hands-on Junior Accountant to join its Cape Town finance team. The company is led by a highly experienced CFO who values structure learning and mentorship. The environment suits someone who wants to grow beyond accounting practice into a commercial group-level role where attention to detail and initiative are noticed.

The Opportunity

This role is ideal for a young professional who has recently completed articles (SAIPA SAICA or CIMA) and wants to gain exposure to full-function accounting group reporting and management support. Youll work closely with the CFO assisting with daily accounting reconciliations and management reports while learning how a finance function operates within a fast-paced entrepreneurial group.

Key Responsibilities

• Capture and reconcile daily transactions across multiple entities.
• Prepare and post journal entries for month-end close.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Support management accounts preparation and variance analysis.
• Assist with VAT PAYE and other statutory submissions.
• Process supplier invoices payments and customer receipts.
• Help prepare audit schedules and liaise with external auditors.
• Maintain accurate documentation and filing systems.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and administrative support to the CFO.

Requirements

• Completed or nearly completed SAIPA / CIMA accounting articles.
• BCom in Accounting Finance or similar qualification.
• 13 years solid experience in accounting or audit environment.
• Strong Excel and accounting system skills (Sage Xero or Pastel advantageous).
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability.
• A positive attitude and eagerness to learn in a professional yet entrepreneurial setup.

Personal Attributes

• Reliable curious and eager to take ownership of tasks.
• Strong communicator with good interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working with confidential information.
• Enjoys a small focused team culture.

Benefits

• Direct mentorship from the CFO learn commercial finance management reporting and group-level consolidation firsthand.
• Career growth opportunity exposure to multiple entities and industries within the group.
• Supportive work environment small professional team where your contribution is noticed and valued.
• Exposure to full accounting cycle from processing and reconciliations to management reporting and audits.
• Learning & development ongoing guidance to help transition from practice to commerce.