Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Salary: R10,000 per month
Employment Type: Full Time
Experience Required: 0-1 Years
Application Deadline: 10 November 2025
About the Opportunity
Are you a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to launch your accounting career? We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join our dynamic finance team in Johannesburg. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about numbers, eager to learn, and ready to develop their skills in a supportive and professional environment.
As a Junior Accountant, you will play a vital role in supporting our finance department with day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all financial transactions and record-keeping. This entry-level position offers hands-on experience and exposure to various aspects of accounting and financial management, providing a solid foundation for your career growth.
What You’ll Be Doing
In this role, you will be responsible for a diverse range of accounting duties that will help you build essential skills and knowledge:
Financial Transaction Processing: You’ll capture and process daily financial transactions, including sales invoices, purchase orders, payments, and receipts, using industry-standard accounting software such as Pastel or Sage.
Ledger Management: Assist with managing both creditors and debtors ledgers, reconciling supplier and customer statements, and following up on outstanding invoices to maintain healthy cash flow.
Reconciliations: Perform daily and monthly bank and cash reconciliations, ensuring that all transactions align accurately between bank statements and the general ledger.
Expense Administration: Handle staff expense claims, petty cash management, and corporate card expenses while ensuring full compliance with internal policies and procedures.
Administrative Excellence: Maintain organized filing systems for financial documentation, manage correspondence, and provide comprehensive administrative support to our Financial Manager.
Month-End Support: Contribute to month-end closing procedures and assist in preparing supporting documentation for management reports.
Inventory Coordination: Work collaboratively with the operations team to reconcile inventory counts and stock valuations when required.
What We’re Looking For
Essential Qualifications:
- A tertiary qualification (Diploma or Degree) in Accounting, Finance, or Bookkeeping
- 0-1 year of practical experience in a finance or accounting environment
- Solid understanding of fundamental accounting principles, including double-entry bookkeeping
- Legal authorization to work in South Africa
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in accounting software packages such as Pastel, Sage, or QuickBooks (highly advantageous)
- Strong command of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office Suite applications
- Excellent numerical ability with a keen eye for detail and accuracy
Personal Attributes:
- High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
- Proactive attitude with a genuine desire to learn and grow
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team
Why Join Us?
This position offers more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to build a rewarding career in finance. You’ll gain valuable practical experience, work alongside experienced finance professionals who are committed to your development, and have the chance to grow within our organization.
We value dedication, accuracy, and continuous learning, and we’re committed to supporting our team members as they develop their professional skills and advance their careers.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to take the first step in your accounting career and meet the requirements outlined above, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your comprehensive CV along with a brief cover letter explaining your interest in this position.
Application Deadline: 10 November 2025
Don’t miss this opportunity to join a professional team and launch your finance career. Apply today!
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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