Menu Close

Cape Town City Centre: Senior Accountant – 4 month contract

Cape Town City Centre: Senior Accountant – 4 month contract

Posted on 2025-07-18 00:00:00

Employer Unspecified
Category Accounting / Finance
Location Cape Town Region  / Cape Town City Centre

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a dynamic, problem solving and figure orientated individual who will be responsible for general accounting activities within the accounting department to join their team. The role involves managing specific centralized functions for various ledgers and is responsible for applying accepted accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements and ensure compliance with appropriate accounting control procedures, Job type: 4 Months Contract, on-site Location: Cape Town Duties including but not limited to: Monthly reconciliation of all Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable ledger accounts Balance GL to AR and AP sub-system balances and reconcile Provision for doubtful debts calculations Process all payments via the ERP system from the bank statements and reconcile statements Obtain invoices and supporting documents and accrue invoices if not processed Reconcile Loan balances Maintain Fixed Asset Register Ensure that the General Ledger and Fixed Asset/Lease sub-systems are aligned Ensure additions and disposals to fixed assets/leases are recorded accurately Monthly reconciliation of fixed asset and leases to sub-systems Quarterly lease expense reconciliations and submission to Corporate Head Office. Lease accounting calculations to be prepared and reconciled Ensure inventory sub-systems to GL balance on a monthly basis Monthly reconciliation of all inventory accounts and timeous inventory variance resolution Prepare and process all relevant journals with appropriate supporting information Ensure the accounting records correctly reflect the results of business units’ financial position Maintain Balance Sheet Reconciliations in line with corporate requirements Follow up on corrections and clearing of any required balance sheet reconciling items Carry out monthly close procedures Preparation of financial information and supporting schedules according to monthly close schedule Analyse revenue and expenses Record revenue in terms of revenue recognition policy and compliance with IFRS Provide Operations with all financial information and analysis to support management decisions. Organize and preparation of monthly, quarterly, yearly financials Assist with organizing and preparation of information as required for statutory and tax audits in respective countries. Assist in documentation and monitoring of internal controls (SOX). Carrying out all duties in accordance with the quality assurance procedures / departmental works instructions. Comply with OHS standards. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s or higher degree in Accounting or Finance. Professional Accountant (SA), AGA (SA) – advantageous 2 years post Articles completed Experience in commerce or completed SAIPA/SAICA Articles/formal accounting training Knowledge of IFRS Good understanding of accounting principles (IFRS, US GAAP and Sox reporting) ERP system experience Fluent in English, French would be advantageous Skills Required Strong understanding of accounting theory Highly detail orientated Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Good communication and interpersonal skills Should you meet the above criteria, we invite you to apply directly to the advertisement. Should you not hear back from us within 2 weeks of application, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful

View Job  Cape Town: Business Development Executive (X2) posted by Energy at Work Projects

Click Go Apply to apply online!

Get Similar Job Alerts
Enter your WhatsApp number (e.g., +27740908132)
You'll receive alerts for new jobs in Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town Region


More jobs in Cape Town City Centre




More jobs in Cape Town Region




Browse Accounting / Finance Jobs




Browse Unspecified Jobs



Apply directly for this position. Please read all instructions carefully.

We do not process job applications; we simply aggregate and display job listings.

More related positions

Cape Town: Mobile Technician posted by BCE Foodservice Equipment

Overall purpose of the job To produce the required labour hours through maintenance and repair work, in accordance with the Company quality and efficiency...


View Job
Mobile Technician

Cape Town: New Business Development posted by Kontak Recruitment

New Business Development - Plastic and Packaging JB5332 Cape Town, Western Cape R25 000 - R40 000 CTC per month plus commission PermanentFully remote Join a...


View Job
New Business Development

Cape Town: Senior Project Manager (Electrical) posted by Construct Executive Search

Applicants must have the following requirementsMust have a Bachelors Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Construction.Must have 8-10 years of...


View Job
Senior Project Manager (Electrical)

Cape Town: Senior Site Agent posted by Construct Executive Search

Applicants must have the following requirementsMust have a Bachelors Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Construction.Must have a Trade Test...


View Job
Senior Site Agent

Cape Town: Professional Transportation Engineer posted by Construct Executive Search

Applicants must have the following requirementsMust have a Bachelor of Science Degree or a Bachelor of Technology Degree in EngineeringMust be registered...

View Job  Cape Town: Intermediate C# Developer posted by Goldman Tech

View Job
Professional Transportation Engineer

Cape Town: Professional Bridge Design Engineer posted by Construct Executive Search

Applicants must have the following requirementsMust have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering.Must be registered with ECSA as a Professional...


View Job
Professional Bridge Design Engineer

Cape Town: Professional Engineer (Roads & Municipal Services) posted by Construct Executive Search

Applicants must have the following requirementsMust have a Bachelor of Science Degree or a Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Civil Engineering.Must be...


View Job
Professional Engineer (Roads & Municipal Services)

Cape Town: Warehouse Checker posted by ROSS Verification Services

Warehouse checkers need for the Cape Town area.Must have a minimum of 2 years warehousing experience. Must have matric with Maths.


View Job
Warehouse Checker

Cape Town City Centre: Sales Representative (Chemical Industry)

Requirements Female applicants only Experience in the Technical Chemical Industry Strong sales and negotiation skills Self-motivated, independent, and a...


View Job
Sales Representative (Chemical Industry)

Cape Town City Centre: Senior SAIPA Accountant

Minimum Requirements Must have a minimum of 2 years experience as a SAIPA Registered Accountant in the Financial Services Industry Bcom Accounting Relevant...


View Job
Senior SAIPA Accountant

Cape Town City Centre: Software Engineer

Were seeking a talented and motivated Software Engineer to join our dynamic team and help build cutting-edge applications that make a real impact. Key...


View Job
Software Engineer

Cape Town: Personal Assistant (PA) – Urgently Needed posted by Epiglo PTY LTD

Medicore situated in Constantia is seeking an exceptional Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to a dynamic professional businessman active...


View Job
Personal Assistant (PA) – Urgently Needed

Cape Town: Office Administrator posted by Private

Office AdministratorJob SummaryWe seek a detail-oriented and organized Office Administrator to join our team. This permanent position is based in...


View Job
Office Administrator

Western Cape: Autos Press & Plating Team Leader – Maitland, Cape town posted by Paqueta Personnel

My client, a leading Manufacturing Company based in Maitland, Cape Town requires a competent and experienced Autos Press and Plating Team Leader to join...


View Job
Autos Press & Plating Team Leader – Maitland, Cape town

Cape Town: External Sales Rep – Urgently needed posted by Africote

External Sales Rep RequiredArea Paarden Eiland Cape TownSalary To be discussed Permanent position We are a well-established Paint, Plaster and screed...

View Job  Cape Town City Centre: Electrician

View Job
External Sales Rep – Urgently needed

Cape Town: Regional Technical Support Specialist – Capital Equipment posted by The Recruitment Guy

An experienced REGIONAL TECHNICAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST is required for permanent employment based in Cape Town Western Cape region.To be the technical...


View Job
Regional Technical Support Specialist – Capital Equipment

Cape Town City Centre: Transfers Conveyancing Secretary

Key Requirements Minimum 2 years of experience for Junior candidates and 5 years for Senior candidates in a conveyancing-related role Proven ability to...


View Job
Transfers Conveyancing Secretary

Cape Town: Junior Administrator – Urgently Needed posted by Nu-Line Elevator Maintenance

Nu-Line Elevator Maintenance is looking for a Junior Administrator to join our team in Killarney Gardens, Cape Town. If youre passionate about learning and...


View Job
Junior Administrator – Urgently Needed

Cape Town City Centre: AUTO ELECTRICIAN – COMMERCIAL TRUCKS (CAPE TOWN)

Minimum Requirements Diesel Auto Electrician Trade Certificate Minimum 5 years experience in a similar role Valid Code 1014 Drivers License with PrDP...


View Job
AUTO ELECTRICIAN – COMMERCIAL TRUCKS (CAPE TOWN)

Cape Town: Operations Administrator posted by AJ Roodt Consulting (Pty) Ltd

Position available for an experienced Administrator to handle daily admin and operations functions.Candidates must have previous working experience in the...


View Job
Operations Administrator

Cape Town: Accountant – Urgently Needed posted by Epiglo PTY LTD

A dynamic pharmaceutical company in Constantia, Cape Town is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Accountant to join our growing team. The ideal...


View Job
Accountant – Urgently Needed

Cape Town City Centre: Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Purpose of the Role The Senior Human Resources Business Partner HRBP will be responsible for translating group and functional strategy into actionable human...


View Job
Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Cape Town City Centre: Technical Sales Representative (Granular Fertilizers & Biostimulants) – Western Cape

Are you passionate about agriculture and eager to help farmers succeed? Join my clients dynamic team leading the way in granular fertilizers and...


View Job
Technical Sales Representative (Granular Fertilizers & Biostimulants) – Western Cape

Cape Town City Centre: Technical Buyer Ref: 3884

Youll need Matric engineering qualifications are advantageous, as well as 3 5 years experience in the FMCG Transportation sectors in a technical...


View Job
Technical Buyer Ref

Cape Town City Centre: Accounts Payable Controller

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for numbers and a knack for managing supplier relationships? Were searching for a proactive and...


View Job
Accounts Payable Controller

Share this to someone who needs a job:
Posted in Jobs in Cape Peninsula, Jobs in Cape Town City Centre, Jobs in Cape Town Region
Tagged ,

More Jobs in Your Area