Job Title: Junior Accountant

Location: Centurion / Pretoria, South Africa (On-site)
Department: Finance
Reports to: Finance Manager / Senior Accountant

Job Purpose

To deliver accurate, timely financial support across the finance function—maintaining clean records, assisting with reconciliations and reporting, and ensuring smooth month-end and year-end close activities.

Key Responsibilities

Support accounts payable and receivable processes.
Perform bank and general ledger account reconciliations.
Record and maintain accurate financial transactions in accounting software.
Maintain organised financial records and documentation.
Assist with payroll processing and related journal entries.
Help with month-end and year-end close activities.
Assist in the preparation of financial statements and management reports.
Prepare supporting documentation for audits and tax filings.
Perform administrative and clerical tasks as needed by the finance department.

Qualifications

Studying toward a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
0–2 years’ accounting/bookkeeping experience (internships or part-time roles acceptable).
Familiarity with core accounting principles.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Xero, Sage).
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Good organisational and time-management skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Skills and Attributes

Excellent numerical accuracy and problem-solving ability.
Deadline-driven, reliable, and highly organised.
Integrity, discretion, and professionalism with sensitive financial data.
Eager to learn with a growth mindset and service-oriented approach.
Collaborative team player with clear, confident communication.

Working Conditions

Full-time, Monday–Friday, on-site.
May require occasional overtime during financial reporting periods.