Junior Accountant

Midvaal Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable mining company is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join their Finance Department in Vereeniging. Responsibilities include bank reconciliations, payroll processing, and tax administration. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Accounting and over two years of relevant experience.

Benefits

Competitive market-related salary

Inclusion in provident fund

Stable working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in a similar accounting role.
• Proficiency in Excel (formulas, pivots).
• Experience with accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Perform bank account reconciliations and cashbook administration.
• Prepare monthly general ledger reconciliations and journal entries.
• Administer and submit VAT and PAYE returns.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal abilities

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Accounting

National Senior Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, SAP)

Job description

Junior Accountant
Location: Vereeniging MID
Industry: Mining

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and driven Junior Accountant to join their Finance Department. This position reports directly to the Financial Manager and plays a key role in supporting the company's financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Perform bank account reconciliations and cashbook administration
2. Process and administer sundry sales transactions
3. Prepare monthly general ledger reconciliations and journal entries
4. Compile and calculate income tax schedules
5. Administer and submit VAT, PAYE, and Income Tax returns and reconciliations to SARS
6. Reconcile salaries and wages and process monthly payroll payments
7. Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records
8. Monitor financial performance and analyse budget and forecast variances
9. Process and reconcile inter-company transactions
10. Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset register with the general ledger

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related Finance field
• National Senior Certificate
• Minimum of 2 years in a similar accounting role
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Formulas, Pivots, Spreadsheets)
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, SAP, or similar)
• Strong analytical and numerical skills
• High attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

What They Offer

• Competitive market-related salary
• Inclusion in the company's provident fund
• A stable, reputable working environment in the mining manufacturing industry

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