Graduate Trainee Accountant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Study assistance for qualifications

Mentorship from senior accountants

Professional office environment in Blo

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking motivated Graduate Trainee Accountants to join its finance department. This role is ideal for individuals with a solid grounding in accounting principles who want practical experience and the chance to pursue professional qualifications.

You will assist with bookkeeping, financial statements, month-end close, and exposure to accounting software, under the guidance of senior accountants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or National Diploma in Accounting or related field.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting software is a plus.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial data.
• Desire to learn and pursue professional accounting qualifications (SAIPA/SAICA).

Responsibilities

• Assist with bookkeeping and maintaining financial records.
• Support the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Participate in month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Learn and apply accounting software and systems relevant to the role.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's or National Diploma in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for motivated Graduate Trainee Accountants to join their finance department in Bloemfontein . This role is ideal for individuals with a strong foundation in accounting principles looking to gain practical experience and pursue professional qualifications. You will be involved in a range of accounting tasks, supporting the finance team and learning essential skills under the guidance of experienced professionals. Embrace this opportunity to build a solid career foundation in accounting within a supportive and growth-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with bookkeeping and maintaining financial records.
• Support the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Participate in month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Learn and apply accounting software and systems relevant to the role.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree or National Diploma in Accounting or a related field.
• Good understanding of accounting principles and standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting software is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data.
• A desire to learn and pursue professional accounting qualifications (e.g., SAIPA, SAICA).

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and study assistance for professional qualifications.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship from senior accountants.
• Exposure to diverse financial operations within a stable company.
• A professional office environment in Bloemfontein .
• Clear career progression pathways within the finance function.