Junior Accountant: VAT, Cashflow & Bookkeeping

Benmar Consulting; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Benmar Consulting in Cape Town seeks a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support day-to-day financial tasks and help the group accountant maintain monthly accounts.

You will capture transactions, perform reconciliations, prepare VAT returns and assist in management accounts. The role requires 2–4 years in accounting, proficiency with Sage/Xero/QuickBooks, and strong Excel skills. Market-related remuneration offered.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2-4 years' experience in an accounting or finance role.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Experience with accounting software (Sage, Xero, QuickBooks).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organisational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Capture and process financial transactions (invoices, bank statements).
• Perform bank and supplier reconciliations.
• Assist with monthly bookkeeping and ledger maintenance.
• Prepare VAT returns.
• Assist in the preparation of management accounts.
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems.
• Cashflow analysis and forward planning.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Administrative duties.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Benmar Consulting in Cape Town seeks a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support day-to-day financial tasks and help the group accountant maintain monthly accounts.

You will capture transactions, perform reconciliations, prepare VAT returns and assist in management accounts. The role requires 2–4 years in accounting, proficiency with Sage/Xero/QuickBooks, and strong Excel skills. Market-related remuneration offered.