Junior Accountant

Houst

. Run the full accounting cycle up to trial balance for several group entities in Xero .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeCape Town • South AfricaJunior💰 ZAR 216,000 - ZAR 240,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing the full accounting cycle, including month-end close processes, financial reporting, and compliance with accounting standards such as IFRS or GAAP. Proficient in Xero and Excel, with a strong focus on process automation and financial controls.

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Full Accounting Cycle ManagementXero ProficiencyMonth-End Close SupportFinancial ReportingProcess Automation Implementation

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Hard Skills

Accounting PrinciplesBank ReconciliationInvoice ProcessingPayment RunsFinancial ControlsExcel VLOOKUPExcel Pivot TablesIntercompany ReconciliationAccruals PostingCash Flow Management

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCuriosityClear CommunicationProblem-SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

XeroQuickBooksPastel

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in FinanceProfessional Qualification

Industry Keywords

IFRSGAAPAccounts PayableCompliance FrameworksMulti-Currency EnvironmentsInternational Payment Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Run the full accounting cycle up to trial balance for several group entities in Xero
Prepare monthly bank, balance sheet, and intercompany reconciliations; post journals and accruals
Support month-end close to ensure management accounts are accurate and timely
Identify and implement accounts-payable process automation
Develop and maintain financial controls for accuracy and consistency
Maintain Xero chart of accounts, contacts, tracking categories, and clearing accounts
Act as the main finance contact for Operations and resolve billing, payment, and data questions
Issue invoices, track aged debtors, chase overdue balances, report collections, and escalate long-outstanding items
Check supplier invoices against approvals and prepare payment runs
Ensure payments are timely, accurate, correctly directed, and in the right currency
Resolve escalated accounts-payable issues and provide financial support and insights to internal stakeholders
Apply and improve controls over payments and receipts
Identify manual steps for automation and document processes
Report to the Finance Manager and collaborate daily with Operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a directly related field; diplomas or certificates without a degree will not be considered
Proven experience in a finance/accounting role, typically 2+ years
Preferably a professional qualification
Experience with invoice processing, payment runs, and bank reconciliations
Strong understanding of accounting principles and standards, such as IFRS or GAAP
Experience supporting month-end close processes and preparing financial reports
Background working with financial controls and compliance frameworks
Proficiency in accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, or Pastel
Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and reconciliations
Ability to identify and implement process improvements, especially automation
Confidence working with non-finance teams, explaining issues clearly, and following them up
Close attention to detail and curiosity to investigate transaction root causes
Understanding of cash flow management and working capital principles
Exposure to multi-currency environments and international payment processes
Knowledge of compliance and regulatory frameworks relevant to accounts payable
Only candidates currently based in Cape Town will be considered

Benefits

Comp & perks

23 days paid holiday days (plus public holidays)
An extra day off for your birthday
Hybrid working model
Opportunities to innovate
Better Help coverage for mental health support
Laptop for business use