Junior Accountant

Smith Garb & Associates; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Midrand is looking for a Junior Accountant to join their team. This role involves maintaining accurate financial records, managing debtor accounts, and supporting financial reporting. Ideal candidates should have a BCom in Accounting or a National Diploma, experience with Pastel Evolution, and strong attention to detail. You will gain excellent exposure to core accounting functions and work closely with experienced professionals. If you're motivated and eager to learn, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• BCom Accounting or National Diploma Accounting required.
• Experience with Pastel Evolution preferred.
• Strong eye for detail and a methodical approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile customer accounts and manage debtor balances.
• Prepare debtor reports and statements.
• Capture and allocate customer payments accurately.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proactive attitude

Time management skills

Education

BCom Accounting

National Diploma Accounting

Tools

Pastel Evolution

Job description

Summary

SUMMARY: Are you a young and dynamic Junior Accountant looking to grow your career in a structured, fast-paced environment? This is your opportunity to step into a hands-on Junior Accountant role where accuracy, accountability, and continuous learning are valued.

Position Info

About the Role

The Junior Accountant plays a key role in supporting the financial and administrative function of the business. You’ll be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing debtor accounts, reconciling transactions, and ensuring strong accounting controls are applied across processes. This role offers excellent exposure to core accounting functions, internal controls, reporting, and collaboration with management and sales teams.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Duties

• Reconcile customer accounts and manage debtor balances
• Prepare debtor reports, statements, and sales vs target reports
• Capture and allocate customer payments accurately and timeously
• Perform daily bank reconciliations in collaboration with the creditors function
• Maintain accounting records, journals, credit notes, and allocation registers
• Open and maintain new customer accounts in line with approval procedures
• Monitor customer payment terms and manage on-hold accounts
• Ensure all customer files and supporting documentation are complete and compliant
• Liaise with internal and external auditors when required
• Support the Financial Manager with reporting and ad-hoc financial tasks
• Coordinate and minute debtor and sales-related meetings

Administrative Duties

• Assist with company functions and annual stock takes
• Maintain accurate and organised filing systems
• Support switchboard and general administrative duties when required

Self-Development

• Take ownership of continuous learning and skills development
• Actively align with company values, policies, and procedures

What We’re Looking For

• BCom Accounting/ National Diploma Accounting
• Pastel Evolution experience
• A strong eye for detail and a methodical approach to work
• Sound understanding of basic accounting principles
• Good communication skills and confidence dealing with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow

Why Apply?

This role offers excellent exposure to end-to-end debtor accounting, structured processes, and the opportunity to build a solid foundation in finance while working closely with experienced professionals in a supportive environment. If you’re ready to take the next step in your accounting career — we’d love to hear from you.