General Ledger / Assistant Accountant Join a high-performing global finance team where you can strengthen your technical accounting expertise within a structured and collaborative environment. Cape Town | Hybrid (3 days in office) | Monday Friday, 9:00 am 5:30 pm UK Time | £1,792.14 £2,016.16 per month (R40 000 - R45 000 p/m) About Our Client Our client is an established international organisation with a centralised finance function focused on strong governance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. They offer a supportive environment for ambitious finance professionals looking to broaden their technical accounting exposure within a complex and fast-paced business environment. The Role: General Ledger / Assistant Accountant This role is ideal for a near-qualified finance professional looking to further develop their general ledger and financial reporting experience. You will play a key role in supporting month-end processes, reconciliations, statutory requirements, and financial reporting activities while working closely with stakeholders across the business. Key Responsibilities 2+ years of accounting experience within a General Ledger, Assistant Accountant, or similar finance role Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness Prepare and post journals, including accruals, prepayments, and other adjustments Assist with month-end and year-end close processes Support balance sheet reconciliations and resolve outstanding items Assist in preparing management accounts and financial statements Provide analysis and commentary on financial variances where required Support internal and external audit requests Contribute to process improvements and strengthening of financial controls Work collaboratively with stakeholders across the business to support finance operations About You Near-qualified accountant studying towards ACCA, CIMA, or ACA Experience working with SAP S/4HANA Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and core accounting principles Experience with month-end activities and balance sheet reconciliations High attention to detail and strong levels of accuracy Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines effectively Good communication skills and the ability to work with stakeholders across the business Proactive mindset with a structured and process-driven approach Comfortable working within a collaborative and high-performing finance environment