Accountant

Recruiter:

CA Financial Appointments

Job Ref:

72610

Date posted:

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Market related

SUMMARY:
A well-established and growing business is looking for a confident, detail-driven Accountant to join

POSITION INFO:

Ready to take ownership of the numbers in a fast-paced environment where your impact is visible and valued?

A well-established and growing business is looking for a confident, detail-driven Accountant to join their finance team. Known for operational excellence and steady growth, this business offers the opportunity to work closely with leadership while playing a key role in supporting new ventures and expansion projects.

What this role is about:

You'll take responsibility for managing financial records across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and meaningful reporting. From inventory accounting to monthly management accounts, you'll provide the insights that guide strategic decisions.

Key responsibilities:

Prepare monthly management accounts with detailed variance analysis
Maintain accurate financial records in line with IFRS
Manage inventory accounting, stock reconciliations, and costing
Oversee general ledger reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
Handle VAT and other statutory returns
Support budgeting, forecasting, audits, and new business initiatives
Lead and manage bookkeeping staff to ensure accurate monthly processing

What we're looking for:

BComm in Accounting or Finance
Professional certification (SAIPA, SAIBA, CIMA or similar advantageous)
5 years' experience, including inventory and management accounts
Strong IFRS knowledge and ERP system experience
Advanced Excel skills
Detail-oriented, analytical, and able to work independently

What's in it for you:

Exposure to operational finance in a product-focused environment
Involvement in expansion and new unit rollouts
A collaborative, hands-on finance team
Opportunity to step into greater financial ownership

If you're proactive, accurate, and ready to add value in a growing business, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and let's chat.

If you don't hear back from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful. But stay in touch - follow us online and keep an eye out for future opportunities.

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