Career Opportunity: Junior Accountant at COREcruitment (Cape Town, South Africa)

 

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COREcruitment is seeking an experienced finance professional for the role of Junior Accountant on behalf of an exciting hospitality group based in the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town, South Africa.

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Position Overview

  • Job Title: Junior Accountant
  • Employer: COREcruitment (Client in Hospitality Sector)
  • Location: Southern Suburbs, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
  • Industry: Hospitality & Leisure
  • Employment Status: Permanent / Full-Time
  • Experience Level: Minimum 3 Years of Experience
  • Salary: R28,000 – R30,000 CTC per month
  • Posted Date: October 17, 2026
  • Application Deadline: November 16, 2026

Job Summary

The Junior Accountant will maintain accurate financial records, process and reconcile high-volume financial transactions, assist with month-end reporting, and ensure strict compliance with South African accounting standards and SARS tax/VAT regulations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Creditors & Invoicing: Capture supplier invoices and credit notes against purchase orders and delivery records; reconcile supplier statements to creditors ledgers and prepare payment schedules.
  • Reconciliations & POS: Perform month-end bank, supplier, customer, and general ledger reconciliations; manage point-of-sale (POS) reconciliations for hospitality outlets.
  • Month-End & Audit Support: Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules for month-end financial reporting; assist with internal/external audit preparation and maintain organized accounting files.
  • Queries & Communication: Liaise with outlets, stores, internal departments, and vendors to resolve account queries and manage verified supplier banking changes.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Education: Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Financial Accounting, or a related field (Postgraduate Hons/Masters degree is advantageous).
  • Experience: Minimum of 3 years of relevant financial accounting experience.
  • Taxation & POS Knowledge: Expert knowledge of South African Tax and VAT legislation; demonstrated exposure to point-of-sale reconciliations and high-volume transaction processing.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software systems.
  • Core Competencies: Strong understanding of basic accounting principles, reconciliation accuracy, problem-solving, and effective query resolution.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications directly through the official recruitment portal:

👉 Click Here to Apply via COREcruitment Portal

Consultant: Klaudia Horack (Head of Recruitment – Africa & Middle East)

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