Financial Accountant - Retail, Cape Town

Overview A leading group is seeking a

Financial Accountant

to join its

Retail Division

with retail or supermarket experience. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of one of South Africa’s largest independent automotive groups. They are looking for a detail-oriented, analytical accountant who thrives in a fast-paced, retail-driven environment and enjoys being hands-on within the financial operations of a busy dealership network.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare, maintain, and review

monthly financial accounts .

Ensure accuracy and compliance in

general ledger entries , balance sheets, and

P&L statements .

Oversee and manage

accounts payable, receivable, and WIP

(Work in Progress).

Perform

bank reconciliations

and review daily cash flow activities.

Prepare and submit

VAT calculations and returns

accurately and on time.

Support and liaise with auditors during financial reviews and annual audits.

Assist in the

implementation and monitoring of internal controls

and process improvements.

Analyse financial performance, identify variances, and provide insight to management.

Collaborate with the operational team to resolve finance-related queries.

Contribute to ad-hoc projects and ensure compliance with group policies.

Requirements

Accounting qualification

(minimum Diploma; Degree or Professional Certification advantageous).

Minimum

2–3 years of experience

as a Financial Accountant, preferably within the

retail or supermarket

sector.

Strong working knowledge of

Sage, Pastel, CDK/Autoline/Kerridge , or similar accounting systems (highly recommended).

Advanced proficiency in

Microsoft Excel

and strong analytical capability.

Excellent

communication and presentation skills , with the ability to work closely with senior management.

Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet

month-end deadlines .

A proactive, detail-driven approach with strong problem-solving abilities.

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