Zoho Accountant

Time Personnel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A local financial services firm in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Zoho Accountant to manage the full finance function, including invoicing, budgeting, and financial reporting. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in accounting, alongside at least 2 years of experience using Zoho Books. This is an excellent opportunity for those who thrive in fast-paced environments and have strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Experience working with Zoho Books (2+ years mandatory).
• 5+ years’ experience working within the accounting industry.
• Experience in e-commerce platforms and financial integrations.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily processing of invoices and credit notes.
• Ensure accurate bookkeeping and reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

Skills

Zoho Books experience

Accounting principles knowledge

Excel/Google Sheets skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Professional qualification (SAIPA, SAICA, CIMA, or equivalent)

Tools

Zoho Books

Zoho Inventory

Zoho Analytics

Automation tools (e.g., Zoho Flow)

Job description

Zoho Accountant job vacancy in Cape Town.

Are you an experienced Accountant with Zoho experience in a distribution and stock-focused environment?

Based in Montague Gardens, our client is seeking a detail-oriented financial professional to manage the full finance function, from invoicing, budgeting, debtors and creditors, VAT, and financial reporting.

If you enjoy a fast-paced environment, thrive in a small team, and have an entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to improve systems, this could be an excellent career opportunity for you.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional qualification (SAIPA, SAICA, CIMA, or equivalent) is preferred.
• 2+ years’ experience working with Zoho Books (mandatory).
• 5+ years’ experience working within the accounting industry
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and tax compliance.
• Experience in Zoho ecosystem integrations (Zoho Inventory, Zoho Expense, Zoho CRM, Zoho Analytics) highly desirable.
• Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills for additional analysis and reconciliations.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with automation tools (e.g., Zoho Flow).
• Familiarity with e-commerce platforms (Shopify, Takealot, etc.) and financial integrations.
• Prior experience in an import/distribution or retail environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Zoho Books Management.
• Daily processing of invoices and credit notes.
• Maintain and oversee all financial data in Zoho Books.
• Ensure accurate bookkeeping, invoicing, payments, and reconciliations.
• Automate workflows and improve reporting functions using Zoho Books and Zoho One apps (e.g., Zoho Inventory, Zoho Analytics).
• Manage bank feeds, expense tracking, and integration with other business systems.
• Accounting & Finance
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Handle VAT, tax submissions, and ensure compliance with local regulations.
• Monitor accounts receivable/payable and cash flow.
• Manage multi-currency accounting, exchange rate fluctuations, and reconciliations.
• Reporting & Analysis
• Generate accurate and timely management reports through Zoho Analytics/Zoho Books.
• Track KPIs such as revenue, expenses, profit margins, and financial health indicators.
• Provide insights to management on financial trends and cost‑saving opportunities.
• Audit & Compliance
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Prepare documentation for audits and liaise with external auditors as required.