Job Description

A UK-based social enterprise dedicated to improving educational outcomes for vulnerable students is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their Cape Town team. As a Senior Accountant , you'll be responsible for managing end-to-end financial operations including client invoicing, reconciliations, supplier and tutor payments, budgeting, reporting, statutory submissions, financial controls, and providing finance-related support and training across the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and send quotes and invoices to clients; follow up on outstanding payments and resolve billing queries using Xero and internal systems.
Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and investment accounts with supporting documentation.
Process tutor and supplier invoices, verify details, and manage monthly or ad hoc payment runs.
Maintain accurate financial data across backend systems, including custom reports, dashboards, and financial trackers.
Support with VAT, income tax, company returns, and other statutory submissions.
Create and monitor monthly/annual budgets and forecasts, and prepare management accounts for internal use.
Draft financial statements and assist with project-specific financial reporting and evaluations.
Assist with policy and procedure documentation to improve internal finance operations.
Provide financial training and support to staff, tutors, and relevant stakeholders.
Implement and improve financial controls to reduce risk and support compliance.
Qualifications and Experience:
Qualified Professional Accountant
1+ year of commercial experience
Experience working with lots of clients will be beneficial.
Experienced working on Xero is advantageous.
Familiarity with SalesForce or other CRM systems will be beneficial.
Skilled in prioritizing tasks, managing pressure, and meeting tight deadlines.
Skilled in collaborating effectively within a team environment.
Salary:
R25 000 - R30 000 / month