Junior Accountant

WatersEdge Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading SaaS company is looking for a motivated Junior Accountant to join their high-performance finance team in Johannesburg. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a recent finance graduate to gain hands-on experience in client billing, internal controls, and financial administration. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Financial Management, have a keen eye for detail, and be able to thrive in a fast-paced work environment. The position comes with opportunities for career growth within a global RegTech group.

Benefits

Opportunity to grow within a global RegTech group

Exposure to international clients

Collaborative team environment

Access to cutting-edge tools and systems

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or Financial Management is essential.
• High attention to detail and proactive solutions-oriented mindset required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Create and issue client invoices.
• Perform internal checks on outgoing payments.
• Support client purchase order processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Quick learner

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Financial Management

Tools

Excel

Job description

Location: On-site – Melrose Arch, Johannesburg

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: SaaS | Financial Services | Accounting | RegTech

About the Role

WatersEdge Solutions is partnering with an innovative SaaS company to hire a smart, motivated Junior Accountant who is eager to grow in a high-performance, tech-driven finance team. This is a great opportunity for a young finance graduate to gain hands‑on exposure to client billing, internal controls, and financial administration—while working at the intersection of fintech, ownership solutions, and automation.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and issue client invoices
• Perform internal checks and controls on outgoing payments
• Support client purchase order (PO) processes
• Assist with audit deliverables and financial documentation
• Maintain and manage client contract filing systems
• Support with monthly support hour calculations, tax directive processes, and invoicing
• Follow up on outstanding accounts receivable and debtor management

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Financial Management, or a related field
• High attention to detail and a proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to learn quickly and work in a fast‑paced environment
• Basic proficiency with Excel and financial systems

Nice to Have

• Previous internship or part‑time experience in finance or accounting
• Exposure to SaaS, audit processes, or working with financial documents
• Familiarity with invoice systems or PO procedures

What’s On Offer

• Opportunity to grow within a global RegTech group
• Exposure to international clients and complex finance environments
• Collaborative, close‑knit team with access to cutting‑edge tools and systems
• Long‑term career development in the fintech and ownership space

Company Culture

Our client operates at the intersection of ownership, technology, and global finance. The team values curiosity, ownership, and balance, offering rapid exposure to global clients and the chance to work alongside CFAs, accountants, developers, and engineers. Employees enjoy a strong sense of impact, career progression, and shared innovation in a supportive environment.