Financial Accountant

Job Description

A well-established legal firm with over 60 years of history is seeking a hands-on, meticulous Financial Accountant to take charge of their business-side finance operations. Based full-time in-office in Cape Town, this permanent role is ideal for someone who enjoys structure, is comfortable wearing many hats, and thrives in a collaborative office culture. You’ll oversee everything from creditor management and payroll to monthly reporting and financial allocations across multiple departments.

 

What you’ll be doing:

• Managing month-end processes, including reconciliations, VAT, and management accounts
• Handling payroll, leave, and employee queries; including payroll tax submissions
• Maintaining the asset register and performing depreciation and shareholder loan allocations
• Overseeing supplier payments, cash flow reporting, petty cash, and office consumables
• Supporting compliance submissions (EMP501, ROE, etc.)
• Collaborating closely with directors across cost centres for accurate financial reporting
• Learning and supporting trust finance operations when needed

What we’re looking for:

• SAIPA articles (preferred) or equivalent experience in a full-function finance role
• Proven accounting skills across GL, reconciliations, payroll, and reporting
• Solid working knowledge of month-end, tax submissions, and cost allocations
• Comfortable in a full-time (no remote/hybrid)
• Meticulous, structured, and eager to take full ownership of the role

What’s in it for you:

• Step into an established yet people-centric firm with a strong sense of team
• Get groomed into a dual finance role across trust and business
• Long tenure and generous bonuses for high performers
• Great office culture with strong collaboration and mutual support

If you don’t hear back from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful. But stay in touch , follow us online and keep an eye out for future opportunities.

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