Accountant – Southern Suburbs, Cape Town – Salary R40 000 to R48 000 CTC

Recruiter:

The Legends Agency

Job Ref:

Accountant – Souther..

Date posted:

Monday, May 11, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Market-related

SUMMARY:
In this pivotal role, reporting directly to the CFO / Financial Director, you will manage the comprehensive financial affairs of the holding company and its diverse subsidiaries across South Africa and the wider African continent (including Lesotho, Ghana, Uganda, and Kenya).

POSITION INFO:

Accountant – Southern Suburbs, Cape Town – Salary R40 000 to R48 000 CTC

Are you a highly versatile finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment? We are seeking a dedicated Accountant to join a prominent family-owned investment holding company.

In this pivotal role, reporting directly to the CFO / Financial Director, you will manage the comprehensive financial affairs of the holding company and its diverse subsidiaries across South Africa and the wider African continent (including Lesotho, Ghana, Uganda, and Kenya).

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting
Operational Accounting: Manage full-cycle accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, credit card processing, and petty cash.
Payroll & Statutory Compliance: Execute full payroll processing and ensure all statutory returns (VAT, PAYE, UIF, SDL, Income Tax, and W.C.A.) are submitted and paid accurately and on time.
Investment & Fundraising Support: Assist the CFO with financial modeling for new acquisitions (IRR, payback), preparing investment memoranda, and supporting debt/equity funding processes.
Asset & Loan Management: Maintain the fixed asset register and ensure all inter-company loan accounts between various entities are reconciled and up to date.
Office & Subsidiary Management: Oversee daily office operations, manage support staff (drivers/housekeepers), and travel to regional subsidiaries as required.

Required Competencies

BCom Degree in Accounting or Finance or Similar

Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience with Pastel accounting, Pastel Payroll, and an ERP system (e.g., Sage Evolution, Odoo, or Monday.com).
Professionalism: Advanced skills in word processing and Outlook.
Adaptability: Comfortable working in a small office environment (only 2 employees) and handling the unique, high-pressure demands of a family business, including short-notice weekend requests.
Reliability: Must possess own reliable transport and be willing to travel internationally.
Character: A deadline-driven team player who can work independently and maintain absolute discretion regarding family matters.

Note: This role requires a high degree of flexibility. As this is a family business located on the family premises, you may be requested to assist with reasonable family errands and facilitate urgent payments outside of standard office hours.

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