Junior Accountant

Our client is an established professional financial services and accounting practice dedicated to delivering comprehensive accounting, tax, and advisory solutions to a diverse client base.

We are seeking an ambitious Junior Accountant or competent Bookkeeper eager to advance their career. Working closely with senior staff, you will take ownership of full-function bookkeeping tasks up to trial balance, manage tax submissions, and assist with the preparation of management accounts.

Key Responsibilities

• Capture monthly bank statements and financial transactions accurately.
• Process accounting records up to Trial Balance.
• Prepare basic Management Accounts and assist with financial reporting schedules.
• Perform VAT reconciliations and submit monthly VAT201 returns on SARS eFiling.
• Process payroll and handle monthly PAYE, UIF, and SDL submissions via EasyFile and eFiling.
• Assist under supervision with the calculation and submission of Personal Income Tax (ITR12) and Company Income Tax (ITR14) returns.

Requirements

• Completed BCom degree (or relevant tertiary accounting qualification), or currently in the final stages of completion.
• 1-2 years of relevant accounting firm or professional practice experience.
• Hands-on proficiency with Sage Online Accounting (or Pastel) and Sage Payroll.
• Practical experience using SARS eFiling and EasyFile.
• Working knowledge of Xero Accounting and CaseWare Cloud is highly advantageous.

Attributes

• Strong numerical aptitude with precise attention to detail.
• Motivated self-starter with a clear desire to progress into a senior accounting function.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet tight deadline structures.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.

Remuneration

R15 000 - R20 000

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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