Junior Accountant

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 201,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Mentorship and development support

Provident fund contribution

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Accountant in Klerksdorp, North West, South Africa. The role offers an entry-level path with mentorship in a financial services context. The ideal candidate has a degree in accounting or related field and up to 2 years of experience, with strong Excel skills and familiarity with Pastel or QuickBooks.

The position supports monthly reporting, reconciliations, and tax documentation, with opportunities for hybrid work and career development within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Up to 2 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel; familiarity with Pastel/QuickBooks is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy; good time management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial statements and reports.
• Process daily financial transactions (AP/AR).
• Perform bank and general ledger reconciliations.
• Assist with tax documentation and submissions.
• Maintain accurate records and filing systems.
• Support Senior Accountant and Finance Manager on tasks.
• Assist with budgets and forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Pastel

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable financial services firm, is looking for an enthusiastic and diligent Junior Accountant to join their growing finance team in **Klerksdorp, North West**. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for a recent graduate or an individual with a couple of years of accounting experience to develop their skills in a supportive environment. The Junior Accountant will assist the finance team with various accounting tasks, including bookkeeping, reconciliations, and report preparation. This role is based in **Klerksdorp, North West**, offering a chance to build a successful career in accounting within **South Africa**. Our client is dedicated to mentoring and nurturing talent, providing a solid foundation for future career growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements and reports.
• Process daily financial transactions, including accounts payable and accounts receivable entries.
• Perform bank reconciliations and general ledger reconciliations.
• Assist with the preparation of tax documentation and submissions.
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems.
• Support the Senior Accountant and Finance Manager with ad-hoc financial tasks.
• Help in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and procedures.
• Assist with data entry and management in accounting software.
• Learn and apply accounting principles and best practices.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Up to 2 years of experience in an accounting or bookkeeping role is preferred.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Pastel, QuickBooks) is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Eagerness to learn and develop accounting expertise.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Proximity to **Klerksdorp, North West** is beneficial.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• Opportunity for hybrid work arrangements.
• Mentorship and professional development support.
• Exposure to various accounting functions.
• Contribution to provident fund.
• A friendly and supportive team atmosphere.