Job Description

Closing Date 2025/08/06
Reference Number MSA250721-1
Job Title Financial Accountant
Job Type Permanent
Department Accounting
Number of Positions 1
Location - Town / City Cape Town
Location - Province Western Cape
Location - Country South Africa
Minimum Education Level Bachelors Degree
Job Category Accounting
Job Advert Summary
Moore Cape Town is part of a leading international network of accounting and consulting firms. We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our growing team as a Financial Accountant. In this role, you will play a crucial role in managing a portfolio of accounting clients in our outsourced accounting department.
At Moore, we cultivate a collaborative and inclusive work environment that values both teamwork and individual initiative. You'll gain exposure to a wide range of clients and work alongside experienced professionals. This opportunity offers an excellent platform for continuous learning and career development.
Our ideal candidate possesses a strong accounting background and a thorough understanding of tax principles, as well as the ability to independently manage a portfolio of clients.
Join us and take the next step in your tax career with opportunities to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.
Main Purpose of the Position:
Independently manage a portfolio of Moore clients, delivering outsourced accounting and tax services.
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Detailed knowledge of Accounting to Balance Sheet, including reconciliations
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office, Xero, and CaseWare
• Good understanding of VAT and Tax principles
• Perform assignments from start to finish and take full responsibility for completion
• Annual Financial Statements preparation, experience with different entity types (companies, trusts, sole proprietors, etc.) (IRFS for SMEs)
• Financial analysis: Ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.
• South African Revenue Service (SARS) systems. Familiarity with eFiling and other SARS platforms.

Personal Qualities:

• Ability to prioritise
• Good time management skills
• Accurate and efficient
• Able to maintain confidentiality
• Analytical thinking
• Good problem-solving skills
• Great communication and client relationship skills

Qualifications and Experience:

• BCom or Honours Degree (Accounting or Financial Accounting)
• SAIPA training contract completed
• Registered or eligible to register as a PA(SA)
• 2 - 4 years post articles experience in a similar role

Duties and Responsibilities
Main areas of focus will include:

• Provide accounting services to Moore clients
• Ensure clients' accounting records are accurately maintained and all compliance is met
• Prepare management accounts, conducting financial analysis and providing insights
• Prepare and analyse Annual Financial Statements of various entity types
• Tax Planning and Compliance for various entity types
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, addressing queries, explaining financial reports, and ensuring timely communication.
• Correspond with South African Revenue Services regarding queries, verifications and audits
• Liaise with internal divisions and/or external auditors and regulatory bodies