Junior Accountant
Junior Accountant
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Job Description
Junior Bookkeeper Paarl Western Cape R15000 CTC
Department: Finance / Accounts
Reports To: Senior Bookkeeper / Financial Manager
Role Purpose
Seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Bookkeeper to join the finance team. This role plays a vital part in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting day-to-day accounting operations including bank reconciliations capturing transactions and assisting with VAT and month-end tasks. Its a perfect fit for someone with a solid grounding in finance and a proactive attitude toward learning and development.
Key Responsibilities
- Record financial transactions (sales purchases receipts and payments)
- Reconcile bank accounts and internal ledgers
- Manage petty cash and staff expense claims
- Process supplier invoices and handle payments
- Assist in preparing VAT submissions
- Maintain organised and up-to-date financial records
- Support month-end and year-end reporting procedures
- Provide ad-hoc assistance to the Senior Bookkeeper / Financial Manager
Requirements:
- Matric with Accounting (required)
- A certificate or diploma in Bookkeeping Accounting or Finance (advantageous)
- Studying towards or interested in pursuing a financial qualification (e.g. SAIPA ICB) is a bonus
- 1-2 years in a bookkeeping or accounting support role (preferred)
- Familiarity with accounting platforms like Xero Sage or Pastel (advantageous)
- Prior exposure to a small or medium-sized business environment is a plus
- Solid understanding of fundamental bookkeeping principles
- Strong numerical and analytical capabilities
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Well-organised with the ability to meet deadlines
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and general computer applications
- Able to work independently and within a team
Personal Attributes
- Reliable honest and able to handle confidential information with discretion
- Eager to learn and take initiative
- Solutions-focused and proactive in problem-solving
- Professional courteous and team-oriented
Employment Type
Full Time
