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Assistant Accountant

Ref: JO-2603-359658

  • Environment: Hybrid
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Starts: 2026-05-01
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Assistant Accountant
Location: Cape Town, Hybrid
Sector: Finance

We are recruiting for a UK-based marketing agency that works with international clients across creative and digital projects. The business operates in a fast-paced environment, with a strong focus on accuracy and collaboration within the finance team.

The role:
This is an opportunity for someone looking to build or grow their career within finance. You will support day-to-day transactional finance while gaining exposure to reconciliations, payments, and month-end processes.

Key responsibilities:

  • Processing supplier invoices and supporting payment runs
  • Performing reconciliations and resolving discrepancies
  • Assisting with month-end close and reporting
  • Supporting internal teams with finance-related queries

Requirements:

  • Previous experience in accounts payable or finance administration
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
  • Good Excel skills and experience with accounting systems

What’s on offer:

  • Hybrid working in Cape Town with UK hours
  • Exposure to an international agency environment
  • Opportunity to grow within a supportive finance team

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.

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Assistant Accountant

  • South Africa, Cape Town
  • Accounting & Finance, Business Operations & HR
  • ZAR 400,000.00 - ZAR 400,000.00 per annum
  • Hybrid
  • Permanent

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Assistant Accountant

  • South Africa, Cape Town
  • Accounting & Finance, Business Operations & HR
  • ZAR 400,000.00 - ZAR 400,000.00 per annum
  • Hybrid
  • Permanent

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