Accountant

Recruiter:

Status Staffing

Job Ref:

PC001908/CN

Date posted:

Friday, July 18, 2025

Location:

Claremont, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Our client, based in Claremont, Cape Town, is seeking a qualified and experienced Accountant to join their finance team. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Accounting or Financial Management, with 3 to 5 years of solid finance experience (excluding article-only experience). Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is essential. The role requires someone who works well under pressure, is committed to meeting deadlines, and brings an audit mindset with a strong understanding of risk management. A keen eye for detail, along with strong problem-solving and investigation abilities, will ensure success in this role.

POSITION INFO:
A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application
EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Permanent
SECTOR : Finance
BASIC SALARY : R30 000.00
START DATE : A.S.A.P / Immediate

REQUIREMENTS:

Degree in Accounting or Financial Management
3 to 5 years of working experience in finance (excluding article-only experience)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to work well under pressure
Strong commitment to meeting deadlines
Audit mindset with a solid understanding of risk management
Problem-solving and investigative mindset

DUTIES:

Support the accounting function for the business
Accurately and efficiently capture and report transactions
Prepare and review financial transactions and reports
Compile and prepare monthly and year-end reconciliations
Identify and report accounting or reporting issues
Investigate and resolve outstanding queries related to accounting issues or reconciliation
Provide operational involvement in the credit control and retention process
Process on the policy administration system while considering the impact on operational processes and clients
Prepare and send out monthly reports for insurers, reinsurers, and intermediaries
Recalculate premium transactions to check the accuracy of system data
Perform group scheme member premium reconciliations and liaise with groups to resolve differences and arrears
Perform reconciliation and completeness checks between the line of business system and data warehouse reports
Prepare and/or review statutory reporting
Meet company reporting deadlines
Contribute to the enhancement of systems and processes to improve financial management
Build and maintain relationships with clients and internal and external stakeholders
Participate in and contribute to a culture that builds rewarding relationships, facilitates feedback, and provides exceptional client service within the organization

HOURS:

Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 17:00
Hybrid position but 1st 3 months will be in office

Should you meet all the requirements, apply on our website at

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