Accountant

Modern Hair & Beauty

Modern Hair & Beauty is one of South Africa's leading professional hair and beauty distributors, representing globally recognised brands including Wella Professionals, Sebastian, Nioxin, OPI, System Professional, Reuzel, Keune and more.

As our business continues to grow, we are looking for an experienced Accountant to join our Finance team at our Head Office in Epping, Cape Town.

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance, and supporting sound business decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Cashbook & Payments

• Process and capture daily payments

• Maintain accurate cashbook records

• Ensure correct general ledger allocations

• Perform bank reconciliations

Creditors & Foreign Payments

• Manage foreign supplier payments and supporting documentation

• Ensure compliance with South African Reserve Bank requirements

• Reconcile foreign creditor accounts

Month-End & Financial Reporting

• Process month-end journals

• Reconcile general ledger accounts

• Assist with monthly management accounts and financial reporting

• Support budgeting and reporting processes

VAT & Compliance

• Prepare and submit VAT returns

• Ensure compliance with SARS requirements

• Assist with statutory submissions and financial controls

Audit & Financial Administration

• Prepare audit schedules and year-end audit files

• Maintain fixed asset registers

• Support external auditors and internal finance processes

Requirements

Essential

• Diploma or BCom Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field

• Minimum 5 years' experience in an Accountant, Bookkeeper or Finance role

• Strong understanding of bookkeeping, reconciliations and VAT processes

• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems (SAP advantageous)

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping principles, VAT submission, and reconciliations

• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability

• Reliable transport

Advantageous

• Experience within a distribution, FMCG or retail environment

• Exposure to foreign creditors and import payments

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with leading international beauty and lifestyle brands

• Stable, growing business with a strong market presence

• Collaborative and professional working environment

• Competitive salary based on skills and experience

Position Details

Location: MHB Head Office, Epping 2, Cape Town

Work Arrangement: Full-time, Office-Based
Start Date: August 2026 (or as agreed)

Application Process

Stage 1 - Application Review

Stage 2 - Initial 20-minute Screening Interview

Stage 3 - Interview with Finance & Operations Director

Modern Hair & Beauty is committed to protecting personal information in accordance with the POPIA Act. Successful candidates may be subject to background, criminal record and credit checks.