Job Description

Job Summary JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT - R 35k pm - DURBANVILLE, CPT
About the Company
An established, privately owned group with diverse business interests across Southern Africa is looking for a hands-on Junior Accountant to join its Cape Town finance team. The company is led by a highly experienced CFO who values structure, learning, and mentorship. The environment suits someone who wants to grow beyond accounting practice into a commercial, group-level role where attention to detail and initiative are noticed.
The Opportunity
This role is ideal for a young professional who has recently completed articles (SAIPA, SAICA, or CIMA) and wants to gain exposure to full-function accounting, group reporting, and management support. You'll work closely with the CFO, assisting with daily accounting, reconciliations, and management reports while learning how a finance function operates within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial group.
Key Responsibilities

• Capture and reconcile daily transactions across multiple entities.

• Prepare and post journal entries for month-end close.

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.

• Support management accounts preparation and variance analysis.

• Assist with VAT, PAYE, and other statutory submissions.

• Process supplier invoices, payments, and customer receipts.

• Help prepare audit schedules and liaise with external auditors.

• Maintain accurate documentation and filing systems.

• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and administrative support to the CFO.

Requirements
Requirements

• Completed or nearly completed SAIPA / CIMA accounting articles.

• BCom in Accounting, Finance, or similar qualification.

• 1-3 years' solid experience in accounting or audit environment.

• Strong Excel and accounting system skills (Sage, Xero, or Pastel advantageous).

• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability.

• A positive attitude and eagerness to learn in a professional yet entrepreneurial setup.

Personal Attributes

• Reliable, curious, and eager to take ownership of tasks.

• Strong communicator with good interpersonal skills.

• Comfortable working with confidential information.

• Enjoys a small, focused team culture.

Benefits

• Direct mentorship from the CFO - learn commercial finance, management reporting, and group-level consolidation firsthand.

• Career growth opportunity - exposure to multiple entities and industries within the group.

• Supportive work environment - small, professional team where your contribution is noticed and valued.

• Exposure to full accounting cycle - from processing and reconciliations to management reporting and audits.

• Learning & development - ongoing guidance to help transition from practice to commerce.

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