Accounts Assistant

Assistant Accountant
Location: Cape Town, Hybrid
Sector: Finance

We are recruiting for a client operating in the financial markets space, working closely with institutional investors and trading counterparties across global markets. The business runs a high-volume, fast-paced environment where strong financial controls and accuracy are critical.

The role:
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build their career in finance operations within a dynamic environment. You will take ownership of day-to-day finance processes while gaining exposure to multi-entity operations, reconciliations, and cash management.

Key responsibilities:

• Processing supplier invoices and executing payment runs
• Managing supplier onboarding and maintaining accurate records
• Posting and allocating cash receipts, monitoring aged receivables
• Performing daily bank reconciliations and supporting month-end close
• Assisting with audit requests and documentation
• Maintaining process documentation and identifying opportunities for improvement
• Supporting ad hoc finance projects as required

Requirements:

• 2-5 years’ experience in AP, AR, or combined finance operations
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups)
• Understanding of VAT and basic accounting treatment
• Exposure to multi-entity or multi-currency environments advantageous
• Experience with Business Central desirable

What’s on offer:

• Hybrid working in Cape Town with flexible hours
• Exposure to international operations and financial markets
• Opportunity to develop within a fast-paced, high-performance environment
• Supportive, collaborative team environment

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within three weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your CV will be kept on file for future suitable opportunities.

Salt is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.