Cape Town City Centre: Accountant / General Assistant

Location: CBD Office (Full-time | Hybrid after 3 months) Working Hours: 2540 hours per week (flexible) Start: ASAP About the Role A dynamic international wine business with operations in South Africa and Munich, Germany is looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented Accountant / General Assistant to manage their accounting records and support the partner with key business management functions. This role is ideal for a recent B.Com graduate who is passionate about numbers, enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, and has a strong interest in the wine industry with opportunities for international exposure. Key Responsibilities Accounting & Financial Administration Full accounting function up to Income Statement for a registered VAT vendor Daily processing on Pastel & Xero , including bank receipts, payments, and reconciliations Invoice commission to individual wine farms Monitor and manage debtors weekly Prepare month-end reports for review by external accountants Liaise with external auditors and accountants VAT & Compliance Bi-monthly VAT calculations Submission of supporting documentation to SARS VATIT claims and foreign VAT documentation Assist with DTI applications and reconciliations Debtors & Client Management Weekly follow-up on foreign and local payments Monthly statements and retainer invoices to farms Maintain updated engagement letters Professional client correspondence Payroll Support Update employee commission details for payroll processing Adhere to payroll deadlines and intercompany communication Show Budget Monitoring (International Wine Shows) Prepare budgets prior to scheduled shows Monitor ongoing show costs Process international show invoicing (foreign currency conversions) Track and report actual show income and expenditure Report profitability per show to management General Administration & Business Support Assist with general business management activities Sales and pending orders analysis Update company plans and goals Manage travel arrangements Maintain accurate filing and data security Minimum Requirements B.Com degree (Accounting / Finance) Strong Mathematics background (excellent Matric results essential) Bilingual in English and Afrikaans High attention to detail and strong self-review skills Excellent time management and organizational abilities Computer literate ( Pastel, Xero & Excel essential ) Strong written and verbal communication skills Sound understanding of VAT legislation (or willingness to learn) Advantageous Passion for the wine industry Interest in global markets and international business Willingness to travel (local & international) Whats on Offer Competitive graduate-level salary with growth potential Laptop, software, and cell phone allowance Flexible working hours Hybrid work option after 3 months (1 day remote per week) Exposure to international wine markets and travel opportunities Supportive, professional environment with mentorship This role is perfect for a motivated graduate or junior accountant who wants hands-on experience, responsibility and growth within an international wine business. To apply: