Junior Accountant

About the Role:

A dynamic accounting firm is looking for a detail-oriented and driven Junior Accountant to join their team . The ideal candidate will support their financial operations, assist with bookkeeping, and help ensure compliance with accounting standards. This role is perfect for someone looking to develop their career in accounting and gain exposure to various financial processes in a professional firm.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Record Keeping & Reporting

• Assist in preparing financial statements, reports, and reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and ensure timely data entry.
• Process invoices, payments, and accounts payable/receivable transactions.

Tax & Compliance Support

• Assist in preparing and filing tax returns (VAT, PAYE, and Income Tax).
• SARS E-filing
• Support audits and liaise with external auditors when required.

Stakeholder & Team Collaboration

• Work closely with senior accountants to support financial analysis and reporting.
• Provide administrative support for accounting projects and tasks.

Qualifications & Skills:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelors degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in an accounting or bookkeeping role.

Technical & Industry Knowledge:

• Proficiency in accounting software such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, or Pastel.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, tax regulations, and financial reporting.

Beneficial experience (but not required):

• Infodocs (cipc)
Simplepay payroll
Draftworx
Dext (Record Keeping)