Finance
Assistant Accountant
Hire Resolve
Cape Town, Western Cape
Permanent
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Posted 19 January 2026 - Closing Date 07 February 2026

Job Details

Job Description

A leading company specialising in printing and packaging solutions is seeking an Assistant Accountant to support its finance function. The role will assist with financial reporting, reconciliations, compliance, and day-to-day accounting operations within a structured and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities 

  • Assist the Financial Controller with all aspects of accounting and financial administration

  • Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports

  • Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and post journals in line with deadlines

  • Review cost centres at month-end and correct mispostings

  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, statutory requirements, and internal/external audits

  • Support internal and external audits, including preparation of audit documentation

  • Administer insurance claims and manage related financial documentation

  • Manage staff expense claims and ensure compliance with policies and procedures

  • Oversee vehicle, fuel card, and credit card administration, including accruals, journals, payments, and reporting

  • Act as primary contact for Accounts Payable queries for local staff and AP teams

  • Create and maintain supplier accounts and oversee invoice processing

  • Act as Invoice Manager, ensuring correct GL coding and approval of purchase orders

  • Maintain and review non-PO supplier lists and approval structures

  • Review and approve freight invoices, including recharges where applicable

  • Calculate and process foreign payments and confirm trades in SAP

  • Prepare monthly customer recharges for processing

  • Ensure correct VAT treatment of transactions and act as Tax Manager for expense systems

  • Provide required financial data for audits, including BEE and statutory audits

  • Prepare and submit documentation for foreign vendors and payments

  • Support preliminary preparation of annual statutory audits and manage assigned audit sections

  • Maintain strong internal relationships with finance, operations, commercial teams, and staff


Requirements 

  • BCom degree or Matric with Mathematics and Accounting plus relevant experience

  • Practical experience working in an SAP environment

  • Strong understanding of variance analysis and general ledger accounting

  • Experience with financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close processes

  • Exposure to internal and external audits and statutory financial requirements

  • Knowledge of VAT principles and financial compliance standards

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • High attention to detail and accuracy

  • Ability to produce high-quality financial reports and analyses

  • Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to meet deadlines

  • Sound financial awareness and business acumen

  • Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams

  • Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain financial information to non-financial stakeholders

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems

  • Commitment to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement


Benefits
Benefits 
  • Salary: Based on experience and qualifications.

  • Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move today

    • Apply for this role today, contact Gustav Vogel at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
    • You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: [email protected]
    • Please use "Assistant Accountant" as your subject line when applying via email

    We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future


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