Junior Accountant

Junior Accountant Cape Town CBD

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Accountant to support the Accounts department and the Senior Accountant in the day-to-day financial operations of the business. The ideal candidate will assist with bookkeeping, reconciliations, payments, and administrative finance tasks to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

• Financial / Finance Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or studying towards one)
• 2-3 years’ experience in a bookkeeping/junior accountant / accounts role
• Experience with accounting software (e.g. Xero, Pastel, etc.) is beneficial

• Bookkeeping & Accounting duties on XERO / Pastel
• Accounts Payable & Receivable
• Capture supplier invoices accurately into the accounting system
• Assist with preparing and processing payment runs
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
• Follow up on outstanding invoices and payments
• Banking & Reconciliations
• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations
• Allocate payments and receipts correctly
• Assist with foreign currency transactions and allocations
• Financial Administration
• Assist with preparing financial reports and schedules
• Support month-end and year-end processes
• Assist with audit preparation and SARS-related documentation
• Perform ad hoc finance and admin duties as required