Hybrid Junior Financial Accountant | Growth in Agriculture

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, seeks a Junior Financial Accountant to support monthly close, reconciliations, and ledger maintenance. The role blends on-site collaboration with remote work, ideal for those starting their accounting career and eager to learn within a growing agricultural-adjacent business.

You will assist with journal entries, month-end processes, and financial reporting while developing proficiency in accounting software and controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; pursuing or holding SAIPA/ACCA/CIMA desirable.
• 0–3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Strong understanding of fundamental accounting principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Sage Pastel or QuickBooks is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective organizational and time-management abilities.
• Clear and concise communication; able to work independently or in a team.
• Willingness to adapt to a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monthly financial statements and reports.
• Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Process journal entries, accruals, and prepayments.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
• Assist with audit preparations and provide documentation to auditors.
• Learn and apply accounting software and systems.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Time management

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Professional qualification (SAIPA/ACCA/CIMA) desirable

Tools

Excel

Sage Pastel

QuickBooks

Job description

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, seeks a Junior Financial Accountant to support monthly close, reconciliations, and ledger maintenance. The role blends on-site collaboration with remote work, ideal for those starting their accounting career and eager to learn within a growing agricultural-adjacent business.

You will assist with journal entries, month-end processes, and financial reporting while developing proficiency in accounting software and controls.