Junior Accountant

Prostaff Holdings; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known chemical raw material company seeks a Junior Accountant to join their finance team. Responsibilities include capturing financial data, processing invoices, maintaining records, and supporting financial reports. Candidates require a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting, with no prior experience necessary as training will be provided. Strong attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Excel are essential. This role comes with a negotiable salary package depending on experience.

Qualifications

• No prior work experience is required; training will be provided.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Accurately capturing financial data into accounting systems.
• Assisting with processing invoices, receipts, and payments.
• Maintaining and updating financial records and documentation.
• Reconciling bank statements and supplier accounts.
• Supporting month-end and year-end close processes.
• Assisting with the preparation of financial reports and audits.
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Performing general administrative and clerical duties as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Education

Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting

Tools

MS Office applications

Job description

SUMMARY :

A well-known chemical raw material company requires a Junior Accountantto join their finance team to capturedata, maintain financial records, and support the daily accounting operations within the company.

POSITION INFO :

Minimum requirements for the role :

• A Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting or equivalent.
• No prior work experience is required (training will be provided).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial systems.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for :

Accurately capturing financial data into accounting systems.

Assisting with processing invoices, receipts, and payments.

Maintaining and updating financial records and documentation.

Reconciling bank statements and supplier accounts.

Supporting month-end and year-end close processes.

Assisting with the preparation of financial reports and audits.

Ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

Performing general administrative and clerical duties as required.

Salary package, including benefits, is highly negotiable depending on experience gained.