Group Accountant

Financial institution situated in the Southern Suburbs of CAPE TOWN is offering an employment opportunity to a Group Accountant with 2 – 5 years experience in a similar or Junior accounting role

Process daily accounting transactions, including journals, accruals, and prepayments.

• Maintain accurate general ledger records across group entities.
• Process supplier invoices, payments, and staff expense claims.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Process payroll journals and assist with payroll reconciliations.
• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations for all group bank accounts.
• Monitor banking activity and investigate unreconciled or unusual items.
• Ensure all payments are accurately recorded and supported by documentation.
• Reconcile balance sheet and control accounts (bank, cash, debtors, creditors, VAT, payroll).
• Maintain supporting schedules for all reconciliations.
• Assist in enforcing internal controls and financial procedures across sites.
• Escalate control breaches, discrepancies, or risks to management.
• Assist with monthly management accounts and group consolidation schedules.
• Prepare supporting documentation for reporting, audits, and reviews.
• Perform basic checks on revenue reports from POS or operational systems.
• Assist with VAT calculations and returns.
• Maintain accurate records for statutory and audit purposes.
• Support internal and external audit processes and respond to queries.
• Provide day-to-day finance support to site teams and operational staff.
• Liaise with banks, suppliers, and internal stakeholders when required.

Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce.

• 2–5 years’ experience in a bookkeeping, accounts, or junior accounting role.
• Experience with banking, cash handling, or retail environments advantageous.

• Strong bookkeeping, banking, and reconciliation skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic understanding of VAT and accounting principles.
• Good Excel skills and experience with accounting software.
• Strong sense of accountability and control awareness.

Thank you for your CV and application

Should you not be contacted within seven days of your application, please be advised that you have not been selected for an interview

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