Accountant (SuperSportBet)

KingMakers is a proudly African company shaping the future of sports and iGaming entertainment across the continent.

Since 2018, we’ve been building platforms, including BetKing and SuperSportBet, that bring millions of fans closer to the excitement of play through technology, integrity, and innovation.

Operating across markets such as Nigeria and South Africa, we’re part of a new generation of African businesses redefining what quality, trust, and entertainment look like in our industry.

Our vision is clear: to be the home where Africa plays. At KingMakers, we move fast, stay curious, and hold ourselves to high standards of performance and accountability. We believe great products don’t just entertain — they build connection, opportunity, and pride across the communities we serve.

Role overview

This is not just about bookkeeping or ticking off monthly tasks.

As an Accountant at SuperSportBet, you’ll play a central role in keeping our financial operations structured, compliant, and efficient. Ensuring that the business can run smoothly and make informed decisions at every step.

You’ll be working closely with the Finance Manager to support day-to-day operations while also taking ownership of key processes, from reporting and reconciliations to payroll and payments.

This is a role for someone who values precision, consistency, and structure, and who is comfortable working in a dynamic environment where attention to detail really matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 4+ years of experience in a finance/accounting role
• Experience managing payroll and related reconciliations
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and tax requirements
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, or similar)
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• You bring a structured and organised approach to your work
• You’re reliable, proactive, and take ownership of your responsibilities
• You value accuracy and consistency, especially when working with data
• You’re able to meet deadlines and manage multiple deliverables calmly and effectively
• You enjoy contributing to a team and supporting business stability through strong financial practices

Responsibilities

• Ensuring financial operations run smoothly day to day—accurate, timely, and compliant
• Giving visibility to key stakeholders through clear, actionable reporting
• Owning reconciliations, payroll, and supplier relationships with care and precision
• Supporting strategic decisions by maintaining clean, reliable, and scalable financial data What You’ll Be Doing
• Support daily financial operations, working alongside the Finance Manager to ensure accurate recording of all transactions
• Maintain financial records and processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting
• Manage supplier invoices and payments, including local and international transactions
• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly financial reports for internal visibility
• Oversee payroll processes, including salary preparation, posting, and staff benefits reconciliation
• Ensure accurate tax submissions, including VAT201 and EMP201
• Keep documentation organised, supporting audits and compliance requirements

How You Do It – Our CROWNS, Our Values

At KingMakers, our CROWNS values aren’t posters on the wall — they’re how we work and win together:

• Customer First: Build with and for our customers. Always deliver meaningful value.
• Raise the Bar: Take initiative, own outcomes, and push for better every time.
• Operate with Candor: Be open, clear, and constructive. Speak truth with kindness.
• We Build Together: Collaborate, share the load, and succeed as a team.
• No Hesitation, Never Reckless: Move boldly and responsibly. Own your risks.
• Speed & Iteration: Act fast, learn fast, improve fast. Progress beats perfection.

Benefits

• Pension Fund (Liberty Life): Company-supported retirement plan with employer matching contributions.
• Medical Aid (Discovery Health): Company contribution towards your monthly medical cover premiums.
• Comprehensive Group Risk Cover: Includes life insurance, disability income protection, critical illness benefit, and funeral cover for you and eligible dependants, as per scheme rules.
• Performance Bonus: Discretionary bonus aligned with individual impact and overall contribution.
• Employee Wellness Programme (ICAS / October Health): Confidential counselling and holistic support services available to you and your immediate family.
• Annual Leave & Birthday Day Off: 20 working days of annual leave per year, plus one additional paid day off on your birthday.
• Work From Anywhere (10 Days): Up to 10 business days per year to work remotely from a location of your choice.
• Hybrid & Flexible Working: This role follows a hybrid model with 3 days in-office and 2 days remote, structured around team and operational needs. This position is based in Cape Town; candidates must be located there or willing to relocate. Regular in-office attendance on designated days is a core requirement of the role.
• Parking: Complimentary company-supported parking at our office, providing easy access to a prime professional workspace.

*Eligibility for the discretionary bonus depends on the onboarding cycle and start date; employees joining after a certain point in the year may not be eligible for the 2026 cycle.

KingMakers is an equal opportunity employer committed to building diverse and inclusive teams that reflect the communities and markets we serve across Africa. In line with our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities as our commitment to creating an environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. In accordance with our Employment Equity goals, preference may be given to candidates from designated groups, where appropriate.