Graduate Junior Accountant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive graduate salary

Structured training and development

SAIPA/SAICA articles support

Professional office environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a enthusiastic Graduate Junior Accountant to join their finance team in Mahikeng. This role offers hands-on experience in financial reporting, bookkeeping, and compliance under the guidance of experienced accountants in an in-office setting.

You will contribute to month-end tasks, assist with tax preparation, and help maintain accurate records while pursuing professional qualifications such as SAIPA or SAICA articles.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and teamwork skills, suitable for an office-based role in Mahikeng.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing financial statements and reports.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Perform bank reconciliations and general ledger entries.
• Support month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Assist with tax preparation and compliance activities.
• Help maintain accurate financial records and documentation.

Skills

Accounting principles

Excel proficiency

SAP/QuickBooks

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

QuickBooks

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for enthusiastic and detail-oriented Graduate Junior Accountants to join their finance team in Mahikeng . This role is an ideal starting point for individuals eager to build a career in accounting and finance, gaining practical experience in financial reporting, bookkeeping, and compliance. You will work under the guidance of experienced accountants, contributing to the financial health of the organization. This position offers a stable, in-office environment where you can develop core accounting skills and grow professionally within a supportive team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing financial statements and reports.


• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.


• Perform bank reconciliations and general ledger entries.


• Support month-end and year-end closing procedures.


• Assist with tax preparation and compliance activities.


• Help maintain accurate financial records and documentation.

Requirements

• Recent graduate with a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.


• Solid understanding of accounting principles and practices.


• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP) and Microsoft Excel.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.


• Good communication and teamwork skills, suitable for an office-based role in Mahikeng .

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary with regular performance reviews and potential raises.


• Structured training and development opportunities in accounting practices.


• Exposure to various facets of financial management.


• Opportunities for professional qualification support (e.g., SAIPA, SAICA articles).


• A professional and collaborative office environment.