Financial Assistant
Location: Century City, Cape Town
Salary: Market related
Bring your detail-driven mindset to an international company that is setting up office in SA!
Is this you?
You’re highly organised, thrive on accuracy and have a natural eye for detail. Building strong working relationships comes easily, and you communicate clearly across teams. Self-motivated and proactive, you enjoy taking ownership of your work and can operate confidently without constant supervision. You have an analytical mindset, enjoy problem-solving and are comfortable working in a fast-moving, evolving business.What you’ll be doing (and why you’ll enjoy it)
You’ll support the Finance Manager with the day-to-day financial operations that keep the business running efficiently. This will include managing the finance inbox, processing supplier invoices in Xero, preparing regular payment runs and reconciling supplier statements. You’ll ensure timesheets are complete and prepare accurate month-end invoices while working closely with Project Managers to resolve any billing queries. You’ll also handle daily bank reconciliations, oversee the employee expense submission process and assist with month-end tasks such as accruals and prepayments. In addition, you’ll support the preparation of VAT data each quarter and help compile documentation for audits, ensuring financial information is accurate, well-organised and compliant.Where you’ll be doing it
You’ll be joining a forward-thinking UK-based IT consultancy establishing a presence in Cape Town (Century City). You will join six existing team members locally, with hybrid working offered. The company delivers world-class digital transformation and technology solutions to well-known global organisations, fostering a young, dynamic, collaborative and supportive culture.What you’ll need
You’ll be required to have minimum 2 years’ experience in a high-volume transactional finance, accounts assistant, accounts payable/receivable or bookkeeping role. Ideally studying towards, or holding, a tertiary financial qualification. Solid bookkeeping understanding, strong organisational skills, confidentiality, good Excel skills and preferably experience with Xero or another cloud-based accounting system. High accuracy, attention to detail and the confidence to work independently are essential.What you’ll get
A competitive salary, benefits, and the opportunity to join a collaborative, people-first culture where your contribution will be valued as the SA office grows.How to apply
Please send your CV to s.bremner@thetalentexperts.co.za – Please note: This position is for 2026. Our team is currently on a well-deserved break over the holiday season, we will review all applications as soon as we return. Rest assured, we’ll get back to you promptly once operations resume. Thank you for your patience and understanding, we wish you a joyful festive season!Applicant Consent
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