Junior Financial Manager

Recruiter:

IntelliStaff

Job Ref:

JHB003918/KC

Date posted:

Thursday, September 17, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

MR Monthly

SUMMARY:
Location: Century City, Cape Town

Position Overview

My client is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Financial Manager to support the finance function. This role is ideal for someone with a solid grounding in accounting principles who is ready to take on responsibility for management reporting while continuing to grow into a broader finance management position. The successful candidate will balance higher-level tasks, such as drafting management accounts, with hands-on general financial processing as required.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

1. Management Accounts & Reporting

Draft monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
Prepare supporting schedules and variance analyses (budget vs. actual) for review by senior management.
Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and prepayments.
Support the preparation of financial reports and presentations for management and stakeholders.

2. General Financial Processing

Process day-to-day financial transactions as needed, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
Capture and code invoices, payments, and receipts accurately in the accounting system.
Assist with payroll processing and related reconciliations, where required.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and filing systems.

3. Compliance & Controls

Ensure transactions are processed in line with company policies, internal controls, and relevant accounting standards.
Assist with the preparation of information for statutory returns, VAT/tax submissions, and audits.
Identify and escalate discrepancies or process improvement opportunities.

4. Support & Collaboration

Work closely with the Financial Manager/Head of Finance and other departments to ensure smooth financial operations.
Respond to internal queries regarding financial data, reports, and processes.
Support ad hoc financial analysis and projects as required.

Requirements:

1–3 years of relevant experience in an accounting or finance role, ideally including exposure to management accounts preparation.
Experience with general bookkeeping/processing tasks (accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations) preferred.
A relevant degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (e.g., BCom Accounting).
Studying towards or holding a professional qualification (e.g., SAIPA, CIMA, ACCA, or working towards CA(SA)) is advantageous.

Skills & Competencies:

Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, Pastel, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Good time management and ability to meet deadlines, particularly around month-end.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Willingness to take on varied tasks, from strategic reporting to routine processing.

Opportunity to develop into a senior finance role within a supportive team environment.

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