Junior Accountant

JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT

ABOUT FIELDBAR

We are a Cape Town-based manufacturing company with global ambitions in premium, design-led outdoor products. Through our FIELDBAR brand, we combine functional technicality, craftsmanship, and bold creativity.

As we scale, protecting our culture matters as much as growing production. We value Kindness & High Standards. We believe in building a factory and office where people feel respected, supported, and proud of what they produce.

THE ROLE

As our Junior Accountant, you will play a key role in maintaining the financial health and operational efficiency of the business. While you will take ownership of the full accounts receivable and payable cycles, this role goes beyond transactional processing.

You will contribute to financial control, support month-end reporting, and gain exposure to international transactions and tax considerations as part of our growing global footprint.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their career who is eager to develop their technical accounting skills while working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

To support the finance team in the accurate processing of financial transactions, maintain strong financial controls, and contribute to monthly reporting. You will work closely with multiple departments to ensure financial data is complete, accurate, and aligned with business operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the full accounts receivable and payable lifecycle, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Perform account and system reconciliations, resolving discrepancies proactively
• Process and allocate transactions, maintaining strong data integrity and financial controls
• Partner with Sales and Procurement to manage collections, supplier payments, and queries
• Prepare and manage supplier payments in line with agreed terms
• Produce debtor ageing and other finance reports to support cash flow management
• Assist with the month-end and year-end close, including the preparation of management accounts
• Work closely with our Management Accountant to prepare monthly budget and insights reports
• Collaborate cross-functionally to improve financial processes and operational efficiency
• Support work related to international transactions and tax exposure

COMPETENCIES

Role-Specific

• Analytical Precision: High level of attention to detail and accuracy in processing financial data.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to navigate difficult conversations professionally.
• Tech Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google Suite; ability to quickly adapt to new financial software.
• Problem-Solving: A proactive mindset focused on identifying and fixing process bottlenecks.

CULTURAL

• High standards and a continuous improvement mindset
• Reliable, proactive, and able to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative and team-oriented
• Above all, you must be kind.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Qualification: Tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with high-volume transactions and reconciliations is advantageous
• Experience with Xero (or similar accounting software) is beneficial

Location & Reporting: This is an on-site role based in Woodstock, Cape Town. You will report directly to the Management Accountant.

CTC

· R18 000 – R25 000 CTC (experience dependent)

Apply by sending your CV to ***email_hidden***