Junior Accountant

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTF024444/JL

Date posted:

Thursday, November 12, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

230 000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Join a well-established financial services organisation in a hands-on accounting role where you'll support a high-performing finance team and gain valuable exposure to a wide range of accounting processes. This opportunity is ideal for a finance professional looking to build a long-term career within a structured yet growth-focused environment that values collaboration, accountability, and continuous development.

POSITION INFO:
Job Description: Support the finance team across various accounting and financial reporting processes Assist with day-to-day operational finance activities and stakeholder service delivery Prepare and maintain financial reconciliations and supporting schedules Assist with month-end procedures and reporting requirements Manage multiple deadlines and ad hoc requests within the finance function Support the accuracy and integrity of financial records and accounting data Work closely with internal stakeholders to resolve finance-related queries Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and operational efficiencies Provide administrative and accounting support to the broader finance team Contribute to maintaining a high standard of service delivery across the department Skills & Experience: Minimum 1 year's accounting experience - short-term insurance non-negotiable Candidates with accounting experience within a broader financial services environment will also be considered Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and XLOOKUPs Strong systems aptitude and ability to work with large volumes of financial data Ability to manage competing deadlines and changing priorities Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment Exposure to insurance or financial services accounting processes - highly advantageous Qualification: Bachelor's degree in accounting OR Equivalent - essential For more information connect with us on and Register your CV to create a profile and to view all our Financial recruitment vacancies. Let us assist you with your career. For further Finance jobs, Accountant jobs, Financial Manager vacancies and Management Accountant vacancies. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database and we will connect with you with any other suitable roles or positions.

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