Financial Accountant (Senior Bookkeeper)
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Are you a detail-oriented finance professional with strong bookkeeping experience and a knack for managing small teams?
We’re looking for a Financial Accountant (Senior Bookkeeper) in Cape Town to join our client who is a leading global alternative investment manager.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your skills will directly contribute to the success of a world-class organisation.
This role offers the chance to be part of a team that manages over $30 billion in commitments while benefiting from the expertise and resources of a globally integrated platform.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Overseeing day-to-day financial operations, including bookkeeping and accounts payable.
- Supervising and mentoring a small team (1x Bookkeeper, 1x Accounts Payable Clerk).
- Managing general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end processes.
- Assisting with financial reporting and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
- Supporting the preparation of management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and other ad-hoc financial tasks.
What We’re Looking For:
- BCom Degree in Accounting / Finance or similar qualification
- 5+ Years’ hands-on bookkeeping experience – this is key!
- Experience in the financial services industry is essential.
- Previous experience supervising or managing a small team.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.