Financial Services

Ca(sa)

The Recruitment People·South Africa, south-africa·Default
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-Closes Oct 20, 2026

Are you a CA(SA) living in Cape Town or looking to relocate? Apply now!Our client is looking for a CA(SA) to join their team based in Fisantekraal, 10 km northeast of Durbanville.Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Assist with project costing and monitor actual performance against budgets

Perform stock costing and assist with inventory valuation processes

Reconcile cost accounts and support month-end reporting activities

Review tax calculations and submissions to ensure compliance with relevant requirements

Manage month-end processes, including reviewing the G/L for accuracy and completeness

Compile annual financial statements

Prepare board packs, monthly reporting packs and project costing packs

Review project costs against budgets and provide analysis at both project and G/L level

Newly qualified CA(SA)

Completed articles (can be completed in December 2026)

Strong Excel skills

Desired Skills:

CA(SA)

APC

Board 2

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Company

The Recruitment People

Location

South Africa, south-africa

Employment

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entry-level

Valid until

October 20, 2026

Created

October 18, 2026

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