Part-Time Accounting Tutor-University Student

Part-Time Accounting Tutor – University Student

About the Role

Academic Catalysts is looking for a dedicated, knowledgeable and reliable Accounting Tutor to provide academic support to a first-year university student.

Although the learner is currently at university, the Accounting content requiring support is based primarily on Grade 10, Grade 11 and Grade 12 Accounting concepts. The successful tutor should therefore have a strong understanding of high-school Accounting fundamentals and be able to explain concepts clearly while helping the learner apply them to university-level practice questions.

The tutor should be comfortable working through both theoretical and practical Accounting problems, identifying areas where the learner is struggling, and adapting lessons to address those specific needs.

Topics Covered

The learner may require assistance with topics including:

• Accounting theory and principles
• Accounting equation
• Journal entries
• Cash Receipts Journal (CRJ)
• Cash Payments Journal (CPJ)
• Adjustments
• Bank reconciliations
• Inventory
• Inventory valuation
• Cost of sales
• Statement of Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive Income
• Preparation and interpretation of Accounting information
• Practical application of Accounting concepts
• Examination and problem-solving techniques

The tutor should be comfortable working through practice questions, calculations and adjustment scenarios, rather than focusing solely on theoretical explanations.

Requirements

Applicants must:

• Have achieved 80% or higher in Accounting in Matric.
• Have a minimum of 1 year of previous Accounting tutoring or teaching experience.
• Have a strong understanding of Grade 10–12 Accounting concepts.
• Be confident teaching both Accounting theory and practical calculations.
• Be able to work through journal entries, CRJ/CPJ, adjustments, bank reconciliations, inventory and financial statements.
• Be able to explain Accounting concepts clearly and break down difficult problems step-by-step.
• Be able to adapt teaching methods to the learner's individual academic needs.
• Be reliable, professional and punctual.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be comfortable teaching a first-year university student who is revising and applying Grade 10–12 Accounting concepts.

Responsibilities

The successful tutor will be expected to:

• Provide one-on-one Accounting tuition.
• Assess the learner's areas of difficulty and structure lessons accordingly.
• Explain Accounting concepts clearly and systematically.
• Work through practical Accounting questions with the learner.
• Assist with journal entries, CRJ, CPJ and adjustment entries.
• Assist with bank reconciliation questions and related ledger entries.
• Assist with inventory calculations and valuation.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, including the Statement of Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive Income.
• Help the learner develop effective Accounting problem-solving and examination techniques.
• Identify recurring errors and help the learner correct them.
• Monitor the learner's progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Complete lesson and progress reports where required.
• Maintain professional communication with the learner and parent/guardian where applicable.

What We Offer

• Part-time tutoring opportunities.
• Flexible lesson scheduling, subject to the learner's requirements and tutor availability.
• The opportunity to work with a first-year university student.
• Competitive hourly remuneration.
• The opportunity to become part of a growing tutoring team.
• Potential for additional tutoring opportunities as our student base expands.

Application

If you meet the requirements and have a strong understanding of Grade 10–12 Accounting, we encourage you to apply.

Please include information regarding your:

• Accounting Matric mark
• Previous Accounting tutoring/teaching experience
• Experience with Grade 10–12 Accounting
• Availability
• Experience tutoring university students, if applicable

Applicants may be required to provide proof of their academic results and previous tutoring experience before being selected.

Due to the volume of applications we may receive, only shortlisted candidates may be contacted. If you have not heard from us within 14 days of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Pay: From R80,00 per hour

Education:

• High School (matric) (Preferred)

Experience:

• Tutoring: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote