Overview
Job title : Financial Accountant
Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town
Deadline : October 04, 2025
Purpose of role : The Financial Accountant plays a vital role in supporting Senior Financial Accountants with monthly and annual financial reporting. 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, including but not limited to :
- Maintaining accurate financial accounting records
- Preparing and analysing management accounts and reports
- Assisting with tax compliance and reporting
- Performing account reconciliations to ensure data integrity
- Overseeing cash flow management and forecasting
- Supporting procurement processes and banking operations
- Managing debtors and creditors to uphold financial discipline
- Ensure a smooth and effective annual audit process
- Contributing as a valued member of the Prescient 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
- The role requires attention to detail, sound financial judgment, and a strong commitment to collaboration and operational excellence.
Required experience
Relevant experience of 3 – 5 years in a similar finance role and industryAlternatively, 1 – 3 years in a similar finance role plus 3 years of articlesExposure to SARS eFilingExposure to Acumatica accounting system preferableRequired Qualifications
Relevant Tertiary Qualification – CA (SA), CIMAKey competencies
Highly trustworthy and dependable, with a commitment to confidentiality and integrityDemonstrates strong accountability, taking ownership of tasks and applying effective problem-solving skillsCommunicates clearly and confidently with stakeholders at all levelDemonstrates exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in all outputsPossesses a strong work ethic; self-motivated, proactive, and results-drivenBuilds and maintains strong relationships through excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skillsThrives in high-pressure, fast-paced environments while maintaining composure and professionalismExceptionally well-organized, structured, and methodical in approachBring a positive, energetic outlook to work, fostering a productive and collaborative atmosphereAccounting / Financial Services jobs#J-18808-Ljbffr