Junior Accountant

Midvaal Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join a mining company in Vereeniging. This role involves bank reconciliations, payroll processing, and submission of tax returns. The ideal candidate has a Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Accounting and at least 2 years of experience in a similar role. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software is essential. Competitive salary and benefits included.

Benefits

Competitive market related salary

Inclusion in the company's provident fund

Stable working environment in the mining industry

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in a similar accounting role.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Experience with accounting software

Strong analytical and numerical skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Accounting

National Senior Certificate

Tools

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

• Perform bank account reconciliations and cashbook administration
• Process and administer sundry sales transactions
• Prepare monthly general ledger reconciliations and journal entries
• Compile and calculate income tax schedules
• Administer and submit VAT, PAYE, and Income Tax returns and reconciliations to SARS
• Reconcile salaries and wages and process monthly payroll payments
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records
• Monitor financial performance and analyse budget and forecast variances
• Process and reconcile inter-company transactions
• 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

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years in a similar accounting role

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Formulas, Pivots, Spreadsheets)
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, SAP, or similar)

Other Attributes

• 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