Hybrid Junior Accountant: Reconciliations, Reporting & Growth

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Ongoing training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Accountant based in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, SA. The role offers hybrid work, blending remote flexibility with in-office collaboration to support a growing finance team.

You will assist with journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting while developing skills in GAAP/IFRS, Excel, and popular accounting software. This is a strong entry point for an aspiring finance professional.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Solid understanding of GAAP/IFRS.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and posting journal entries.
• Perform bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements.
• Help with variance analysis and provide explanations for discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
• Support external audits by providing necessary information.
• Adhere to accounting principles and company policies.
• Contribute to process improvements within the finance department.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

SAP

Xero

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Accountant based in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, SA. The role offers hybrid work, blending remote flexibility with in-office collaboration to support a growing finance team.

You will assist with journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting while developing skills in GAAP/IFRS, Excel, and popular accounting software. This is a strong entry point for an aspiring finance professional.