Assistant Accountant – Start Your Finance Career in Benoni

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-the-job training

Professional growth

Supportive team

Benoni location

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni is seeking an ambitious Assistant Accountant to support the finance team. The role offers exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance, ideal for someone starting their accounting career.

You will work closely with senior staff, ensure accuracy of financial records, and gain practical experience in a professional setting with training opportunities and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in accounting or related field.
• 1-2 years experience in accounting or bookkeeping.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Pastel, QuickBooks) and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable invoices and payments.
• Assist in accounts receivable invoicing.
• Perform bank reconciliations and GL reconciliations.
• Support month-end closing with entries and schedules.
• Maintain organized financial filing systems.
• Assist senior accountants with tasks and projects.

Skills

Pastel

QuickBooks

Excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

National Diploma or Bachelor's in Accounting

Tools

Pastel

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Placements24 in Benoni is seeking an ambitious Assistant Accountant to support the finance team. The role offers exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance, ideal for someone starting their accounting career.

You will work closely with senior staff, ensure accuracy of financial records, and gain practical experience in a professional setting with training opportunities and a collaborative team environment.