Cape Town Region: Accountant posted by Persona Staff

What Youll Do Lead and mentor the finance team, ensuring structure, accuracy, and strong performance Oversee full month-end processes, journals, reconciliations, GL management, and reporting Manage cash flow, daily banking, cashbooks, credit card transactions, and petty cash Oversee debtor follow-ups, age analysis reviews, customer account approvals, and collections Manage supplier reconciliations, payment runs, credit notes, and escalated creditor queries Handle SARS submissions (VAT201, EMP201) and all annual compliance requirements Maintain the fixed asset register and depreciation schedules Prepare complete audit files and manage auditor engagements Oversee payroll processing, statutory payments, COIDA, ETI, and HR-linked finance tasks Drive process improvement, internal controls, and strong financial discipline across the business Assist management with financial insights and support strategic decisions What Youll Bring Relevant finance qualification 5 years full accounting experience, including month-end and reporting Previous experience leading or coordinating finance staff Strong understanding of tax, payroll, compliance, and audits Advanced Excel and strong accounting systems knowledge High attention to detail and strong organisational skills A proactive, analytical, solutions-driven approach Excellent communication skills and the ability to work under pressure To apply, please send your CV with your salary expectations to [Click here to apply] Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive feedback within 48 hours, please accept your application as unsuccessful. Persona Staff (Pty) Ltd is POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013) compliant, all personal information is protected according to legislation. By applying for any of our available vacancies, you give Persona Staff consent to process your Personal Information for Recruitment Purposes, according to the POPI ACT, 2013. If you have any concerns regarding your Personal Information and our compliance towards the legislation, you are welcome to request our POPI Act Policy.