Junior Accountant

O'Brien Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Cape Town is seeking a Junior Accountant to support its finance function. Ideal for candidates with an accounting background and a strong attention to detail, this role involves updating financial records, supporting management accounts preparation, and performing administrative duties. Applicants must have an accounting-related Diploma or Degree and 2–3 years’ experience in an accounting support role.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years’ experience in an accounting support role.
• Prior experience in a CA firm, preparing books up to Trial Balance stage is advantageous.
• Fluent in English with strong communication and telephone etiquette.

Responsibilities

• Update the daily cash book and post transactions to the general ledger.
• Assist with the preparation of Quarterly Management Accounts.
• Support creditor and debtor control activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Analytical ability

Time management

Team player

Education

Accounting-related Diploma or Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Omni Accounting Software

Job description

Junior Accountant – Athlone, Cape Town

Location: Athlone Industria 1, Cape Town | Education: Accounting-related Diploma / Degree | Level: Junior | Reference: #Junior/Mid Accounts

An established organisation based in Athlone Industria 1, Cape Town, is seeking a Junior Accountant to support its finance function. This opportunity is ideal for someone with a solid accounting foundation, keen attention to detail, and a desire to grow within a professional and structured environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Update the daily cash book and post transactions to the general ledger.

• Assist with the preparation of Quarterly Management Accounts.

• Support creditor and debtor control activities.

• Perform general administrative duties including filing, answering calls, and document control.

• Provide support to senior finance staff on ad-hoc accounting tasks.

Requirements

• Accounting-related Diploma or Degree (essential).

• 2–3 years’ experience in an accounting support role.

• Prior experience in a CA firm, preparing books up to Trial Balance stage, will be advantageous.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word; experience with Omni Accounting Software beneficial.

• Fluent in English with strong communication and telephone etiquette.

• Excellent attention to detail, analytical ability, and time management.

• A team player who is adaptable, proactive, and eager to learn.

• Open to feedback and committed to continuous professional development.

Additional Information

• Candidates must reside in or near the Athlone or Mitchells Plain areas.

• Preference will be given to applicants living within close proximity to the workplace.

• Please include your expected salary in your cover letter when applying.

If you meet the above requirements and are ready to grow in a dynamic finance environment, we’d love to hear from you!