We’re looking for a hands-on, detail-driven Accountant to join a small, high-trust investment environment based in the Southern Suburbs. This is not your typical “sit in a silo” finance role, you’ll be right at the heart of the business, working closely with senior leadership and getting exposure across multiple entities, including operations across Africa.

If you enjoy variety, ownership, and being relied on to “just get things done,” this one’s for you.

What you’ll be doing

Day-to-day finance operations

• Process and verify invoices, payments, and claims

• Raise invoices and actively follow up on outstanding amounts

• Manage and reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, petty cash, and control accounts

• Ensure all transactions are accurately allocated and supported

Month-end & reporting

• Prepare journals and compile monthly management accounts

• Review financials for accuracy and reasonableness

• Ensure all income and expenses are fully accounted for

• Reconcile balances, resolve discrepancies, and maintain clean records

• Maintain a complete and audit-ready month-end file

Payroll

• Run end-to-end payroll processing

• Prepare salary schedules and ensure timely payments

• Maintain proper authorization and documentation for all changes

Creditors & cash flow

• Reconcile supplier accounts and prepare payment runs

• Ensure all expenses are captured or accrued

• Support cash flow planning and visibility

Fixed assets & compliance

• Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset register

• Process depreciation and ensure accuracy of asset records

• Handle statutory submissions (VAT, PAYE, UIF, SDL, etc.) and ensure deadlines are met
   

Beyond the numbers (where it gets interesting)

This role goes beyond traditional accounting. You’ll also get exposure to:

Group finance & strategy

• Support consolidation and analysis across multiple entities

• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning

• Help monitor cash flow and capital allocation across the group

Investment & growth

• Assist with evaluating new investments and opportunities

• Build and maintain financial models (IRR, payback, profitability)

• Track performance of investments and support strategic decisions

Fundraising & external stakeholders

• Prepare financial packs for investors and lenders

• Support due diligence processes and funding activities

The environment

• Small, close-knit office, you’ll need to be comfortable working independently

• High trust, high responsibility, you’ll be relied on heavily

• Exposure to multiple businesses across South Africa and Africa

• Occasional travel may be required

This is a role where adaptability matters. Things can move quickly, priorities can shift, and sometimes support is needed outside of standard hours.

What we’re looking for

• Solid experience with accounting systems (Pastel/Sage or similar)

• Full payroll processing experience

• Strong reconciliation and month-end skills

• Comfortable working across multiple entities or complex structures

• Highly organised, detail-focused, and deadline-driven

• Able to work independently and take ownership

• Strong problem-solver with a practical mindset

• Own reliable transport

What success looks like

• Accurate, timely monthly reporting

• Clear visibility of cash flow across the group

• Well-managed debtors and creditors

• Zero missed compliance deadlines

• Trusted go-to person for finance support

Get in touch should this sound like the right role for you.