Accountant

CareerCare-SA; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic financial services firm is seeking a bilingual Accountant in Pretoria East. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and completed articles (SAIPA), along with strong technical accounting skills and 1-2 years of experience. Join a growing team that values problem-solving and detail-oriented work. Competitive salary of R40,000 per month offered.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of solid accounting experience post-articles.
• Fully bilingual in written and spoken language.
• Strong grasp of accounting principles and IFRS.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate financial records and reports.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Reconcile accounts and handle discrepancies.
• Manage VAT, PAYE, and statutory submissions.
• Assist during audits and streamline processes.
• Collaborate with CFOS on budgets and forecasts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Bilingual communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Finance

Completed articles (SAIPA)

Tools

Pastel

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

Accountant position available in Pretoria East.

Are you a young, driven professional ready to take the next step after completing your articles? We’re looking for a bright, fully bilingual Accountant who loves numbers, thrives on solving problems, and wants to grow with an energetic, forward-thinking team.

Salary: R40 000 per month.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate financial records and reports with confidence and flair.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes — no stress, just results.
• Reconcile accounts and track down discrepancies like a financial detective.
• Handle VAT, PAYE, and other statutory submissions — you’ll keep us compliant and ahead of deadlines.
• Assist during audits and help everything run smoothly.
• Be part of process improvements — we welcome your fresh ideas!
• Partner with the CFOS on budgets, forecasts, and cost control projects.

Requirements:

• Education:Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional Training:Articles completed (SAIPA).
• Experience:1–2 years’ solid accounting experience post-articles.
• Language Skills:Fully bilingual (written and spoken).
• Technical Skills:
  • Strong grasp of accounting principles and IFRS.
  • Comfortable using accounting software (Pastel, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks) and Excel like a pro.
• Personal Qualities:
  • Sharp eye for detail and high accuracy.
  • Confident communicator who enjoys working with people.
  • Organized, proactive, and ready to grow in a fast-paced environment.