Management Accountant

Talent Shore; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive working culture

Opportunities for professional growth

Flexible working arrangements

Diverse client work across industries

Job summary

A reputable financial services firm located in Cape Town is seeking a Bookkeeper to deliver high-quality bookkeeping, VAT, and accounts preparation services. The ideal candidate has solid experience in an accountancy practice and is proficient in cloud-based software like Xero. Responsibilities include managing VAT returns and year-end accounts preparation. The company offers a supportive work culture, opportunities for professional growth, and flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in an accountancy practice environment.
• Proficiency in cloud accounting software (e.g. Xero).
• Strong understanding of VAT, bookkeeping principles, and accounts preparation.
• Experience with tax returns is advantageous but not essential
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills
• Strong communication skills and a client-focused approach

Responsibilities

• Carry out bookkeeping duties for a varied portfolio of clients.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns following MTD regulations.
• Prepare year-end accounts for sole traders and partnerships.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Strong communication skills

Client-focused approach

Dext

Time management

Communication

Client-focused

Tools

Xero

Dext

Job description

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 05/08/2025

The Role:

You will be responsible for delivering high-quality bookkeeping, VAT and accounts preparation services to our clients. The role involves working primarily with cloud-based accounting systems, with occasional paper-based records (lower than 10%). Experience with tax returns is desirable, though not essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out bookkeeping duties for a varied portfolio of clients, using cloud-based software (e.g. Xero and Dext)
• Prepare and submit VAT returns in accordance with Making Tax Digital (MTD) regulations
• Prepare year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies

Requirements

• Solid experience in an accountancy practice environment
• Proficiency in cloud accounting software (e.g. Xero)
• Strong understanding of VAT, bookkeeping principles and accounts preparation
• Experience with tax returns is advantageous but not essential
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills
• Strong communication skills and a client-focused approach

What We Offer:

• A supportive and collaborative working culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and qualification support
• Flexible working arrangements where suitable
• Involvement in a wide variety of client work and industries