Junior Accountant

Teltonika; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IoT solutions provider is seeking a skilled Junior Accountant in Gauteng, South Africa. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with financial regulations and assisting in daily revenue transactions. Ideal candidates will have a relevant finance qualification, experience with IFRS, and proficiency in accounting software. The role offers attractive salary and benefits, including contributions to medical aid and provident fund.

Benefits

20 days Annual Leave + 6 days family responsibility

50% contribution to medical aid

10% contribution to provident fund

Group Life benefit

Paid parental benefit

Volunteering day each month

Weekly Uber Eats allowance

Local Business Travel covered

Bonus for referrals

New office space

Fresh fruits and snacks in office

Qualifications

• Experience with full IFRS, Income Tax Act, and VAT Act required.
• Proficient in accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Capture daily revenue transactions and ensure IFRS compliance.
• Manage customer receipts to clear payments on time.
• Participate in the budgeting process and assist with variance analysis.
• Assist with preparing tax returns for compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Finance or Accounting

2–3 years’ experience in a similar accounting role

SAICA/SAIPA articles completed

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

We are looking for a skilled Junior Accountant based in South Africa to join our team. You will work with one of the world’s leading IoT solutions providers, contributing to accurate financial reporting and compliance in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.

We offer ambitious finance professionals the opportunity to enhance their expertise, gain exposure to dynamic business operations, and grow within a global technology company.

Daily Responsibilities

• Assist with accurately capturing daily revenue transactions and ensure compliance with IFRS 15 and VAT Act.
• Capturing of expenses in the general ledger and ensure compliance with IFRS and internal policies.
• Apply costing principles per IAS 2 and ensure inventory is recorded accurately and completely in the system.
• Manage customer receipts and ensure payments are cleared on time to ensure completion of sales transactions without delays.
• Handle queries from sales team and suppliers and ensure issues are resolved timeously and satisfactorily.
• Perform general ledger reconciliation as per the stipulated timeframes to ensure reporting deadlines are met.
• Participate in the budgeting process and assist with forecasts and variance analysis.
• Assist the collection of information as required by SARS and preparing of tax returns to ensure continued compliance with income tax and VAT Act.
• Assist with providing and collecting information for CIPC reporting purposes to ensure the company remains compliant with the company’s act.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and financial reporting requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of accounting processes and systems.
• Filing of company documents: Maintain organized filing system for company documents.

Qualifications & Experience

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Finance or Accounting.
• 2–3 years’ experience in a similar accounting role working with full IFRS; Income Tax Act and VAT Act.
• SAICA/SAIPA articles completed.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, QuickBooks) and strong Excel skills.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to details and accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong team player with a proactive mindset.
• Willingness to learn and grow.

What we offer

• 20 days Annual Leave + 6 days family responsibility.
• Teltonika cares about your emotional, physical and future financial well-being and offers a 50% contribution to medical aid (at a max amount of R3 000).
• Over and above, we will contribute 10% of your basic salary toward your provident fund.
• Group Life benefit.
• Disability Income benefit.
• Gap cover
• Paid parental benefit (Maternity, Paternity & Commissioning leave), based on your tenure in the company.

Additional Benefits

• An additional paid day off on a birthday occasion after one year of employment.
• 1 Day every month for volunteering (charity).
• R200 Weekly Uber Eats allowance for use while working at the office.
• Local Business Travel paid for with Uber.
• A bonus for recommending a friend or acquaintance to work for the company.
• New and spacious office space.
• Frequent fresh fruits in the office + snacks.

Salary

We appreciate everyone's efforts and experiences, so we offer an attractive salary and commission structure matching your skillset and field expertise.