Junior Financial Accountant

Junior Financial Accountant required in Centurion.

This Financial Services Group of Companies is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant who has successfully completed their SAICA or SAIPA articles.

The successful candidate will assist with the full accounting function across multiple entities within the group while gaining exposure to financial reporting, taxation, payroll, management accounts and statutory compliance.

This role is ideal for someone looking to build on the practical experience gained during articles and develop into a well-rounded accountant within a dynamic finance environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• BCom Accounting, BCom Financial Accounting, BAcc or equivalent accounting qualification
• Completed SAICA or SAIPA articles (non-negotiable)
• 0–2 years’ post-articles experience
• Sound understanding of accounting principles
• Experience preparing financial statements during articles
• Exposure to VAT, payroll, taxation and audits
• Experience with Sage 50, Sage Pastel, Case Ware or similar accounting software will be advantageous
• Microsoft Excel (Intermediate)

Key responsibilities:

• Financial Accounting
  • Prepare and process monthly journals
  • Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Maintain the fixed asset register
  • Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
  • Assist in preparing management accounts
• Tax & Compliance
  • Prepare VAT reconciliations and assist with VAT submissions
  • Assist with EMP
    201, EMP
    501 and other SARS submissions
  • Prepare supporting schedules for tax and audit purposes
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies
• Accounts Receivable & Payable
  • Prepare customer and supplier reconciliations
  • Review outstanding debtors and creditors
  • Assist with debt collection on arrear debtors
  • Assist with payment preparations
  • Allocate receipts and payments
• Reporting & Finance Support
  • Assist with daily cash flow updates
  • Assist with monthly reconciliations and reports
  • Compile audit files and supporting documentation
  • Assist with financial analysis and ad hoc projects