Junior Retail Accountant

Junior Retail Accountant

Blackheath, Cape Town

A leading retail group operating SPAR, SUPERSPAR, and TOPS stores across the Western Cape is seeking an experienced Junior Retail Accountant to join their Head Office team.

This role is ideal for a detail-driven finance professional with strong FMCG retail experience who can take ownership of financial reporting, compliance, and retail financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and perform month-end close
• Process journals and balance sheet reconciliations
• Handle VAT, PAYE, UIF, and statutory submissions
• Monitor gross profit, stock variances, and financial performance
• Manage fixed assets and cash controls
• Liaise with auditors, banks, and service providers
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and store operations

Requirements

• BCom Honours + 4 years' experience OR CA(SA) + 2 years' experience
• Essential: FMCG retail accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of retail finance, SARS requirements, and stock control
• Advanced Excel and ERP system experience
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

What's on Offer

Competitive, market-related salary

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 17:00 pm and every alternate Saturday from 08:00 am to 13:00 pm.

Important Information

Surgo (Pty) Ltd will consider all applications in terms of its Employment Equity (EE) and is committed to maintaining diversity in its appointments. Surgo (Pty) Ltd therefore also encourages people with disabilities and from other diverse backgrounds to apply.

Due to the high volume of applications, should you not receive feedback within three months of submission, please consider your application unsuccessful. We encourage you to reapply for future opportunities.

Surgo (Pty) Ltd does not charge any application fees.

Your CV will be kept on our database for future opportunities. Should you prefer that we do not retain your details, please contact: [email protected]