Junior Accountant

Jackie Cory Recruitment; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackie Cory Recruitment is looking for a Junior Accountant located in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape. The role involves supporting the Finance Director to maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with accounting standards. Candidates should possess a 3-year accounting degree and at least 3 years of accounting experience. Proficiency in accounting software like Sage and advanced Excel skills are essential, along with a strong attention to detail.

This position offers an opportunity for growth and is ideal for detail-oriented individuals eager to contribute to a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years accounting experience.
• Knowledge of South African tax laws and compliance requirements.
• Strong administrative abilities and skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Capture and reconcile financial transactions.
• Assist with preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and local accounting standards.
• Support payroll processing and statutory submissions.
• Monitor cash flow and prepare bank reconciliations.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Assist in monitoring inventory and costing.
• Help with budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

Accounting software proficiency (e.g., Sage, Pastel)

Advanced MS Excel skills

Attention to detail

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Organizational skills

Education

3-year accounting degree/diploma (e.g. BCOM Accounting)

Job description

Job Overview

The Junior Accountant will support the Finance Director in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with South African accounting standards and assisting with cost control in a manufacturing environment. The candidate is expected to handle day-to-day accounting tasks independently. This role is ideal for a suitably qualified detail-oriented individual.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial record keeping: Capture and reconcile financial transactions, including sales, purchases and expenses in accordance with company processes. Maintain general ledger entries and ensure accuracy of trial balances.
• Reporting: Assist with preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Accounts payable and receivable: Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, including supplier invoices, customer billing and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Compliance: Assist with VAT, and other statutory submissions to SARS. Ensure compliance with IFRS and local accounting standards.
• Payroll assistance: Support payroll processing and statutory submissions (PAYE, UIF, SDL).
• Bank reconciliation: Monitor cash flow and prepare bank reconciliations.
• Audit preparation: Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and schedules.
• Inventory and costing support: Assist in monitoring raw material and finished goods inventory, ensuring accurate costing of products.
• Other: Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis as and when required.

Minimum Requirements

• 3-year accounting degree / diploma (e.g. BCOM Accounting)
• 3 years accounting experience.
• Knowledge of South African tax laws and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, Pastel).
• Advanced MS Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
• Strong administrative abilities and skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem - solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license.