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Assistant Financial Accountant

Assistant Financial Accountant

PrescientCape Town, ZA
3 days ago
Job description

Job title : Assistant Financial Accountant

Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town

Deadline : October 26, 2025

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Purpose of role :

  • The Assistant Financial Accountant plays a vital role in supporting Senior Financial Accountants and Head of Finance with monthly and annual financial reporting.
  • The Assistant Financial Accountant is responsible for preparing accurate, timely and error-free accounts in collaboration with a Senior Financial Accountant and in line with monthly deadlines.
  • A key focus will be to identify opportunities to streamline processes and reduce manual effort through automation.
  • The role further involves adding value to front office teams, leadership, clients, and shareholders, upholding a high standard of excellence and service throughout.
  • Duties and responsibilities :

    The Assistant Financial Accountant provides efficient and effective support to Prescient’s accounting operations and procurement functions. This role encompasses a wide range of financial responsibilities which may include but is not limited to :

  • Monthly bank statement processing and reconciliations (including credit cards).
  • Monthly client fee calculations and invoicing in terms of signed mandates and / or SLAs.
  • Cash flow management and forecasting.
  • Preparing monthly accounting journals and supporting schedules.
  • Performing account reconciliations to ensure data integrity.
  • Supporting procurement processes and banking operations in line with Group control frameworks.
  • Managing debtors and creditors to uphold financial discipline.
  • Monthly reconciliation and settlement of intercompany balances.
  • Calculating monthly Capital Adequacy Requirements.
  • Assisting with tax compliance and reporting.
  • Assisting with regulatory compliance and reporting.
  • Adhering to monthly, quarterly and annual Group and Company specific reporting requirements.
  • Cooperate with any internal audit requests and implement suggested changes where applicable.
  • Liaising with external auditors as required to ensure a smooth and effective annual audit process.
  • Contributing as a valued member of the Prescient Finance team.
  • Cross-training and knowledge sharing across the greater finance team.
  • Building and maintaining a trusted partnerships with the operating entity’s broader teams.
  • Driving continuous improvement in controls and processes to reduce risk, enhance efficiency, and identify opportunities.
  • Proactively identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and reduce manual effort through automation.
  • The role requires attention to detail, sound financial judgment, and a strong commitment to collaboration and operational excellence.
  • Required experience :

  • Newly qualified CA(SA). Ideally, with client at audit in financial services.
  • Exposure to Financial Services preferable (Fund Services, Unit Trusts, Investment Management, Stock Broking).
  • Strong Excel and SQL skills.
  • Required Qualifications :

  • CA (SA)
  • Key competencies :

  • Highly trustworthy and dependable, with a commitment to confidentiality and integrity.
  • Demonstrates strong accountability, taking ownership of tasks and applying effective problem-solving skills.
  • Communicates clearly and confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in all outputs.
  • Possesses a strong work ethic; self-motivated, proactive, and results driven.
  • Builds and maintains strong relationships through excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
  • Identifies opportunities to automate manual tasks and streamline workflows, leveraging technology to improve efficiency and accuracy.
  • Thrives in high-pressure, fast-paced environments while maintaining composure and professionalism.
  • Exceptionally well-organized, structured, and methodical in approach.
  • Bring a positive, energetic outlook to work, fostering a productive and collaborative atmosphere.
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