Graduate Junior Accountant

Placements24; Windsor Park (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive graduate salary

Structured training program

Exposure to diverse accounting tasks

Supportive team environment

Progression toward professional quals

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking diligent Graduate Junior Accountants to join the finance team in East London. This role offers a prime opportunity for recent accounting graduates to gain practical experience in a professional setting, handling bookkeeping, reconciliations, and financial statement prep.

You will support day-to-day accounting tasks, develop core skills in GAAP/IFRS, and grow within a supportive team focused on professional development in East London.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Strong understanding of GAAP or IFRS.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting software.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining accurate financial records and general ledger entries.
• Perform bank and account reconciliations on a regular basis.
• Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Help in the preparation and filing of tax returns and other regulatory documents.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for diligent and detail-oriented Graduate Junior Accountants to join their finance department in East London . This role offers a prime opportunity for recent accounting graduates to gain practical experience in a professional accounting environment, working on core financial tasks. You will support the accounting team with day-to-day operations, including bookkeeping, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation. We are seeking individuals with a strong foundational knowledge of accounting principles and a commitment to accuracy and professionalism within a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining accurate financial records and general ledger entries.
• Perform bank and account reconciliations on a regular basis.
• Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Help in the preparation and filing of tax returns and other regulatory documents.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Good understanding of accounting principles (GAAP or IFRS).
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational capabilities.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary and opportunities for professional growth.
• Structured training program to enhance accounting skills.
• Exposure to diverse accounting functions and industry practices.
• A supportive team environment focused on professional development in East London .
• Potential for progression towards professional accounting qualifications.