Financial Accountant

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTF022801/AM

Date posted:

Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

500 000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Join a purposeâled organisation where finance plays a meaningful role in driving sustainable growth and impact. This is an exciting opportunity for a detailâdriven Financial Accountant to be part of a growing team supporting a diverse, multiâentity environment. The role offers exposure to fullâfunction accounting, compliance, and reporting, while also contributing to continuous improvement and team development. Ideal for someone who enjoys ownership, complexity, and making a difference through strong financial control.

POSITION INFO:

Manage and process complex accounting transactions across multiple entities
Prepare and review reconciliations, accruals, journals, and monthly close activities
Review management accounts and supporting schedules prepared by junior team members
Provide guidance, support, and onâtheâjob training to junior finance staff
Review payments, customer invoicing, age analyses, and related documentation
Support cashflow management, including daily cash monitoring and shortâterm investments
Prepare VAT reconciliations and ensure accurate, timely submissions
Manage payroll-related accounting entries and statutory submissions
Calculate tax provisions and ensure ongoing tax compliance across entities
Oversee statutory filings, including annual returns, beneficial ownership, and COIDA submissions
Maintain corporate records such as share registers and resolutions
Assist with annual financial statements, audit preparation, and auditor engagement
Contribute to strengthening financial controls, processes, and compliance frameworks
Liaise with internal stakeholders on financeârelated and operational matters

Skills & Experience:
Completed SAICA or SAIPA articles
Minimum 2 – 4 years post article experience in a Financial Accountant or similar role
Experience in multiâentity, SME, fund, or developmentâfocused environments preferred
Strong working knowledge of accounting systems
Intermediate to advanced Excel capability
Solid understanding of South African tax and statutory compliance

Qualification:
Completed SAICA or SAIPA articles
Completed BCom degree

Contact ALEXANDRA MALONEY on 021 418 1750, quoting the Ref: CTF022801.

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