Junior Accountant

This role is ideal for a candidate who has successfully completed their articles and is looking to grow within a dynamic property development and construction environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Perform month-end and year-end accounting processes.
• Prepare and post journals, accruals, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare VAT calculations and statutory submissions.
• Assist with annual audits and provide audit support documentation.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, company policies, and applicable legislation.
• Review and reconcile debtor and creditor accounts.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial controls and accounting processes.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to provide financial support and guidance.
• Perform any other accounting and finance-related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

• BCom Degree in Accounting, Financial Accounting, or a related qualification.

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a finance or accounting role.

• Practical experience with:

• Journal processing

• Bank reconciliations

• Creditors reconciliations

• Capturing supplier invoices

• VAT reconciliations

• Fixed asset register maintenance and depreciation

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.

• Experience using Pastel Partner or Pastel Evolution.

• Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy.

Advantageous

• Completed SAIPA articles.
• Experience with CaseWare.
• Knowledge of South African VAT legislation.