Junior Accountant

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Hybrid work model

Mentorship from accounting pros

Career progression opportunities

Training and development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a junior accountant in Port Elizabeth to support the finance team. This entry-level role offers hands-on exposure to core accounting tasks while working with senior staff.

You will gain practical experience across accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, and reporting in a hybrid work environment designed for growth and learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• Some internship or work experience is advantageous.
• Familiarity with basic accounting principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in processing accounts payable and receivable transactions.
• Perform bank reconciliations and general ledger postings.
• Support the preparation of monthly financial reports and analyses.
• Help with auditing procedures and documentation.
• Maintain accurate financial records and assist with data entry.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end closing processes.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Strong numerical ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an ambitious and diligent Junior Accountant to support their finance department in Port Elizabeth. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional eager to build a solid foundation in accounting. You will gain hands-on experience across various accounting functions, working closely with senior accountants and the finance manager. This role embraces a hybrid work model, providing a balance between in-office learning and remote work flexibility, fostering professional growth in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in processing accounts payable and receivable transactions.
• Perform bank reconciliations and general ledger postings.
• Support the preparation of monthly financial reports and analyses.
• Help with auditing procedures and documentation.
• Maintain accurate financial records and assist with data entry.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end closing processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Some prior accounting internship or work experience is advantageous.
• Familiarity with basic accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic accounting software.
• Strong desire to learn and develop accounting skills.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary.
• Hybrid work arrangement for work-life balance.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance.
• Mentorship from experienced accounting professionals.
• Opportunities for further training and career progression within the company.