Junior Financial Accountant

Travelstart; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Cape Town is seeking a Junior Financial Accountant to support various teams with financial management and control. The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, improving reporting, and strengthening internal processes. Ideal candidates will have a BCom in Accounting and at least 2 years of experience in bookkeeping or financial control, along with proficiency in MS Excel and Xero.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in bookkeeping or financial control.
• Proficient in financial software and tools.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and coordinate with the finance team.
• Manage payables/receivables and generate invoices.
• Assist in creating and maintaining business budgets.

Skills

Project Management

Organisational Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Administrative Skills

Education

BCom in Accounting

Business Management

Tools

MS Excel

Google Sheets

Xero

G-Suite

MS Office

Job description

About The Role

The Junior Financial Accountant will support various teams (Business Development, Events, Service, and Partnerships) with financial management and control. The role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, improving reporting, and strengthening internal financial processes. Every day will bring new challenges and opportunities to collaborate with the thriving Innovation City community.

Key Objectives

• Accuracy & Efficiency: Track invoices, monitor occupancy, and assist with monthly closings.
• Reporting & Analysis: Develop monthly financial reports highlighting revenue, costs, and occupancy trends.
• Processes & Controls: Standardise accounts payable, review internal controls, and keep accurate records per company policies.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping: Maintain accurate financial records and coordinate with the group finance team.
• Accounts: Manage payables/receivables, generate invoices, reconcile income.
• Budgeting: Assist in creating and maintaining business budgets.
• Reporting: Help prepare financial statements, forecasts, and variance analysis.
• CRM Admin: Ensure timely and accurate invoice distribution via CRM
  
  

Requirements

• Qualifications: BCom in Accounting or Business Management.
• Experience: 2+ years in bookkeeping or financial control.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in MS Excel, Google Sheets, Xero, G-Suite, MS Office
  
  

Key Competencies

• Strong project management and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and handle tasks efficiently
• Team player with effective communication abilities
• High attention to detail and strong admin skills
• Flexible and thrives under pressure in dynamic environments
  
  

Join us and be a part of something special!

We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where you can learn, grow, and make a real impact. If you are a passionate and service-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply!

About Innovation City

Innovation City is an exclusive community of startups, scaleups, corporates, entrepreneurs, investors and innovators, connecting together in one dynamic working space, focused on accelerating business growth in Cape Town. Visit the website to find out more about us - https://innovationcity.co.za/

The TravelLab Group's head office is housed within Innovation City.