Junior Accountant

Advius; Durban; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Advius, a Durban-based accounting practice, is seeking a junior accountant to support senior accountants with bookkeeping, VAT/PAYE submissions, and monthly accounting tasks. Full on-the-job training will be provided.

This entry-level role suits a school leaver eager to learn, with Matric/Grade 12 and a basic understanding of accounting principles. No prior work experience is required.

Qualifications

• Matric / Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles.
• No prior work experience required; training will be provided.
• Suited to a school leaver eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Capturing and processing financial transactions
• Preparing and submitting VAT and PAYE returns
• Performing bank reconciliations and general bookkeeping
• Assisting with monthly accounting functions
• Supporting senior accountants as required

Skills

Understanding of basic accounting

Education

Matric / Grade 12 or equivalent

Job description

Durban, South Africa | Posted on 11/06/2026

Our client is an established accounting practice offering accounting, taxation and financial services to a range of business clients in the Durban area.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

This is an entry-level opportunity for a motivated school leaver to start a career in accounting. The Junior Accountant will support the senior accountants with bookkeeping, statutory submissions and monthly accounting work, with full on-the-job training.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

Capturing and processing financial transactions

Preparing and submitting VAT and PAYE returns

Performing bank reconciliations and general bookkeeping

Assisting with monthly accounting functions

Supporting senior accountants as required

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Matric / Grade 12 or equivalent

Understanding of basic accounting principles

No prior work experience required; training will be provided

Suited to a school leaver eager to learn