Accountant & Financial Operations Specialist

About the role

This position combines accounting, audit management and day‑to‑day financial operations for a fast‑growing fintech company in the travel payments sector. You will work across two entities, ensuring accurate financial records while supporting audit processes.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate external audits, representing roughly 50% of the role.
• Perform bookkeeping, journal entries and general ledger maintenance.
• Conduct bank and cash reconciliations and monitor cash accounts.
• Handle day‑to‑day financial operations, including invoicing and expense tracking.
• Support financial reporting for both entities.

Required profile

• Formal accounting qualification.
• Strong experience in bookkeeping and reconciliations.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience with Xero is advantageous.
• Background in fintech, payments, banking or transaction‑heavy environments is highly preferred.

Required skills

• Xero accounting software

What we offer

• Full‑time permanent contract.
• Office‑based role in Cape Town CBD.
• Competitive salary range of R40,000–R50,000 per month.
• Potential flexibility in working arrangements.