32 Accounting Specialist jobs in South Africa

What’s the opportunity?

We are looking for a Regional Accounting Specialist based in Cape Town to join the Operational Accountant team. We are a global, fast-moving payments technology company working tirelessly to bridge the gaps in emerging markets.

• Making reconciliations.
• Account analysis.
• Reporting and control.
• Analyzing business processes.
• Creation of requirements.
• Accounts payable, fixed assets, bank reconciliations, and expense and budget tracking for the region.
• Completion of parent organization's monthly, quarterly and annual reporting package.
• Attending auditor's requirements and providing supporting information for Tax presentations.
• Provide recommendations to management with a thorough analysis.
• Accounting registrations from a thorough analysis.

• Bachelor of Accounting or a similar field.
• Be based in Cape Town, South Africa preferably
• High level of attention to detail.
• +5 years of experience in Accounting teams.
• Knowledge of Accounting imputations.
• Good communication skills.
• General understanding of US GAAP/IFRS.
• Advanced Excel user.
• Experience using ERPs, such as SAP, Quickbooks, Microsoft, etc.
• Ability to quickly prioritize in a constantly evolving environment.
• Familiarity with Group-level reporting packages.
• Experience with consolidations, subsidiaries, and international offices is a big plus.
• Advanced/Fluent English.

What’s the opportunity?

We are looking for a Regional Accounting Specialist based in Cape Town to join the Operational Accountant team. We are a global, fast-moving payments technology company working tirelessly to bridge the gaps in emerging markets.

• Making reconciliations.
• Account analysis.
• Reporting and control.
• Analyzing business processes.
• Creation of requirements.
• Accounts payable, fixed assets, bank reconciliations, and expense and budget tracking for the region.
• Completion of parent organization's monthly, quarterly and annual reporting package.
• Attending auditor's requirements and providing supporting information for Tax presentations.
• Provide recommendations to management with a thorough analysis.
• Accounting registrations from a thorough analysis.

• Bachelor of Accounting or a similar field.
• Be based in Cape Town, South Africa preferably
• High level of attention to detail.
• +5 years of experience in Accounting teams.
• Knowledge of Accounting imputations.
• Good communication skills.
• General understanding of US GAAP/IFRS.
• Advanced Excel user.
• Experience using ERPs, such as SAP, Quickbooks, Microsoft, etc.
• Ability to quickly prioritize in a constantly evolving environment.
• Familiarity with Group-level reporting packages.
• Experience with consolidations, subsidiaries, and international offices is a big plus.
• Advanced/Fluent English.

A skilled Accounts Payable employee is needed to process all invoices received for payment and manage the payment of all creditors/vendors in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner.

Responsibilities:

1. Perform daily financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, and recording accounts payable data.
2. Track all payments and expenditures, including statutory, payroll, purchase orders, invoices, statements, and employee claims.
3. Process outgoing payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures, schedule pay runs, and respond to vendor inquiries regarding finance.
4. Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure all invoices and payments are properly accounted for and posted.
5. Verify and investigate discrepancies by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly statements.
6. Maintain historical records.
7. Manage bank and cash transactions, including manual payments.
8. Create and maintain vendor master data.
9. Prepare and process monthly accruals and adhoc journals.
10. Analyze accounts and produce monthly reports, including accounts payable status reports.
11. Understand expense accounts and cost centers.
12. Ensure compliance with accounts payable processes.
13. Continuously improve the payment process.

Requirements:

1. Proven experience as an Accounts Payable Accountant.
2. Strong understanding of bookkeeping and accounts payable principles.
3. Ability to manage accounting figures and financial records accurately.
4. Data entry skills and proficiency with spreadsheets and proprietary software.
5. Fluency in English and MS Office.
6. Experience with SAP (preferable) and PeopleSoft ERP (not mandatory).
7. High accuracy and attention to detail.
8. BCom degree or similar qualification in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration.
9. Excellent communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, punctuality, critical thinking, teamwork, adaptability, work ethic, and project management skills.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights, and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of medical treatments to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at

A skilled Accounts Payable employee is needed to process all invoices received for payment and manage the payment of all creditors / vendors in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner.Responsibilities : Perform daily financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, and recording accounts payable data.Track all payments and expenditures, including statutory, payroll, purchase orders, invoices, statements, and employee claims.Process outgoing payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures, schedule pay runs, and respond to vendor inquiries regarding finance.Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure all invoices and payments are properly accounted for and posted.Verify and investigate discrepancies by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly statements.Maintain historical records.Manage bank and cash transactions, including manual payments.Create and maintain vendor master data.Prepare and process monthly accruals and adhoc journals.Analyze accounts and produce monthly reports, including accounts payable status reports.Understand expense accounts and cost centers.Ensure compliance with accounts payable processes.Continuously improve the payment process.Requirements : Proven experience as an Accounts Payable Accountant.Strong understanding of bookkeeping and accounts payable principles.Ability to manage accounting figures and financial records accurately.Data entry skills and proficiency with spreadsheets and proprietary software.Fluency in English and MS Office.Experience with SAP (preferable) and PeopleSoft ERP (not mandatory).High accuracy and attention to detail.BCom degree or similar qualification in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration.Excellent communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, punctuality, critical thinking, teamwork, adaptability, work ethic, and project management skills.IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights, and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries.

We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of medical treatments to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.

External Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Accounts Payable employee responsible for processing all invoices received for payment and ensuring the timely and accurate payment of all creditors/vendors.

1. Perform daily financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, and recording accounts payable data.
2. Track all payments and expenditures, including statutory, payroll, purchase orders, invoices, statements, and employee claims.
3. Process outgoing payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures.
4. Schedule pay runs and ensure payments are received for outstanding credits; respond to vendor inquiries regarding finance.
5. Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure all invoices and payments are properly posted.
6. Verify and investigate discrepancies by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly vendor statements.
7. Maintain historical records and manage bank and cash transactions, including manual payments.
8. Create and maintain vendor master data.
9. Prepare and process monthly accruals and adhoc journals.
10. Analyze accounts and produce monthly reports.
11. Generate reports on accounts payable status.
12. Understand expense accounts, cost centers, and compliance issues related to accounts payable.
13. Continuously improve the payment process.

• Proven experience as an Accounts Payable Accountant.
• Solid understanding of bookkeeping and accounts payable principles.
• Ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records.
• Strong data entry skills and proficiency with spreadsheets and proprietary software.
• Proficiency in English and MS Office.
• Experience with SAP (Accounts Payable) and PeopleSoft ERP is advantageous.
• High accuracy and attention to detail.
• BCom degree or similar qualification in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, punctuality, critical thinking, teamwork, adaptability, work ethic, and project management skills.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights, and healthcare intelligence, dedicated to improving patient outcomes worldwide.

External Job Description

A skilled Accounts Payable employee to be responsible for processing all invoices received for payment and for undertaking the payment of all creditors/vendors in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner.

Responsibilities:

• Perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, and recording accounts payable data.
• Keeping track of all payments and expenditures, including statutory, payroll, purchase orders, invoices, statements, employee claims, etc.
• Process outgoing payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures. Paying vendors by scheduling pay runs and ensuring payment is received for outstanding credit; generally responding to all vendor enquiries regarding finance.
• Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure that all invoices and payments are accounted for and properly posted. Reconciling processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances.
• Verify and investigate discrepancies, if any, by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly vendor statements.
• Maintaining historical records.
• Bank and cash management, including processing manual payments.
• Create and maintain vendor master data.
• Preparing and processing monthly accruals.
• Preparing and processing adhoc journals.
• Preparing analyses of accounts and producing monthly reports. Generate reports detailing accounts payables status.
• Understand expense accounts and cost centres.
• Understands compliance issues around accounts payable processes.
• Continuing to improve the payment process.

Requirements:

• Proven working experience as Accounts Payable Accountant
• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounts payable principles
• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records.
• Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers
• Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and proprietary software
• Proficiency in English and in MS Office
• SAP (Accounts Payable, and more will be good) and PeopleSoft ERP (not a must).
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• BCom degree, or similar qualification, in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide . Learn more at

Govchain is looking for a Accounting & Tax Specialist to help small businesses stay compliant without the usual headaches. You’ll manage a portfolio of clients, handling filings, payroll, and financial records—all with the support of our in-house tech team, who are building custom tools to streamline your work.

We believe starting a business should be as easy as a single click . The reality? There’s a ton of paperwork. We’re on a mission to remove that friction, helping entrepreneurs focus on what really matters—growing their business, not drowning in admin .

• Keep financial records organized (journals, ledgers, bank reconciliations).
• Process invoices and payments (accounts payable & receivable).
• Manage general ledger accounts and month-end reconciliations.
• Prepare financial reports (balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements).
• Handle payroll, tax filings (VAT, PAYE, SARS), and compliance.
• Assist with audits, budgeting, and financial safeguards.

• Experience: 5+ years in bookkeeping or accounting
• Education: Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (preferred).
• Software Skills: Pastel, Xero, or similar tools; strong Excel skills.
• Skills: Attention to detail, problem-solving, and strong communication in English.
• Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with South African tax laws.
• Self-driven: You work independently but love being part of a team that’s building something big.

• Competitive salary (based on experience).
• A chance to shape the future of business compliance in SA.
• Career growth in a fast-moving startup.
• A team that values collaboration, innovation, and impact.

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The purpose of this role is to deliver exceptional customer service by effectively managing and responding to customer enquiries and issues. You will help build and maintain strong relationships with customers, fostering loyalty and trust in the D&D brand.

Key Responsibilities

1. Support the Insight Legal Software Product
2. Provide help and assistance to customers on the telephone in a prompt and courteous manner
3. Promote a helpful and professional image to the customer, giving full cooperation to any customer requiring attention
4. Attend to customer queries and enquiries in a caring and helpful manner, with a commitment to dealing with the issue in a positive way
5. Anticipate customer needs whenever possible to enhance the quality of service offered by the Company and ensure customer loyalty is maintained
6. Provide telephone and onsite training of the Insight Legal Software product
7. Comply with all statutory legislation
8. Identify and report all hazards

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

1. Basic understanding of accounting and bookkeeping best practices
2. Knowledge of SRA Accounts rules
3. Ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and succinctly
4. Works well under pressure with excellent time management skills
5. Create and publish documentation containing instructions for client consumption
6. Advanced knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
7. Effective listening skills and ability to multi-task
8. Excels in a team environment and takes ownership of tasks and assignments

At Dye & Durham we strive to be visionaries! As a leader in our field, we ensure our employees are ready for the next challenge in their journey with us by offering internal and external training opportunities. We offer competitive salaries and a whole host of benefits including healthcare, pension, company discounts, wellness programs, and paid days off to move house or volunteer for your favorite charity.

Do you share our DNA?

1. We ask how tomorrow can be better than today
2. We are passionate about solving our customer's challenges
3. Our ideas break boundaries
4. We value different perspectives and encourage dialogue
5. We take ownership and celebrate together

Dye & Durham is a global leader in legal technology. The company’s three categories of integrated solutions – practice management, data insights and due diligence, and client onboarding – give solicitors the essential tools they need to run their firms, from client acquisition to case management and legal accounting, and everything in between.

Trusted by thousands of legal practitioners globally, Dye & Durham helps law firms achieve more growth with less effort.

Govchain is looking for a Accounting & Tax Specialist to help small businesses stay compliant without the usual headaches. You’ll manage a portfolio of clients, handling filings, payroll, and financial records—all with the support of our in-house tech team, who are building custom tools to streamline your work.

We believe starting a business should be as easy as a single click . The reality? There’s a ton of paperwork. We’re on a mission to remove that friction, helping entrepreneurs focus on what really matters— growing their business, not drowning in admin .

• Keep financial records organized (journals, ledgers, bank reconciliations).
• Process invoices and payments (accounts payable & receivable).
• Manage general ledger accounts and month-end reconciliations.
• Prepare financial reports (balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements).
• Handle payroll, tax filings (VAT, PAYE, SARS), and compliance.
• Assist with audits, budgeting, and financial safeguards.

• Experience: 5+ years in bookkeeping or accounting
• Education: Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (preferred).
• Software Skills: Pastel, Xero, or similar tools; strong Excel skills.
• Skills: Attention to detail, problem-solving, and strong communication in English.
• Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with South African tax laws.
• Self-driven: You work independently but love being part of a team that’s building something big.

• Competitive salary (based on experience).
• A chance to shape the future of business compliance in SA.
• Career growth in a fast-moving startup.
• A team that values collaboration, innovation, and impact.

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What experience do you have that is relevant to this role?