Junior Accountant

Network1; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant based in Midrand. The role involves processing daily cashbook entries, reporting, and supporting the Financial Manager and CFO in financial operations. Required qualifications include an Accounting Diploma and SAP experience. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated team player with strong Excel skills who can assist with audits and cash flow management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Accounting Diploma required.
• Experience with SAP must be recent (not older than 3 years).
• Proven experience in cost and expense analysis.
• Experience in assisting with SARS verification.

Responsibilities

• Processing daily cashbook entries using SAP.
• Preparing standard journals and daily bank balance reporting.
• Assisting with general ledger reconciliations.
• Performing cost and expense analysis.

Skills

General Ledger Reconciliation

Accounting Software

Account Analysis

Journal Entries

Microsoft Excel

Education

Accounting Diploma

Tools

SAP

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

If numbers are your language and a balanced cashbook is your kind of win then this role is built for you: A hands‑on Accountant position for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced detail‑driven finance environment.

This opportunity offers exposure to multiple entities and close collaboration with senior finance leadership. As the Accountant you’ll support the Financial Manager and CFO across core accounting functions, reporting and daily finance operations. It’s a role that goes beyond routine processing, offering involvement in analysis, audits and cash flow support.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing daily cashbook entries using SAP
• Daily bank balance reporting
• Preparing and posting recurring and standard journals
• Assisting with general ledger and loan account reconciliations
• Performing cost and expense analysis
• Supporting cash flow administration
• Processing rental and ad hoc invoices
• Assisting with SARS verification and regulatory audits
• Providing day‑to‑day support to the Financial Manager and CFO
• Ad‑hoc finance tasks as required

Qualifications

• Accounting Diploma (minimum requirement)
• SAP experience is essential (must be current not older than 3 years)
• Experience processing daily cashbooks on SAP
• Proven experience in cost and expense analysis
• Experience assisting with SARS verification
• Own reliable transport (non‑negotiable)
• Strong Excel and Word skills
• Self‑motivated team player with strong communication skills
• Fluency in written and spoken English

Key Skills: General Ledger Reconciliation, Accounting Software, Account Analysis, Journal Entries, QuickBooks, General Ledger Accounting, Accounting, Sage, Account Reconciliation, Bank Reconciliation, Microsoft Excel, Accounts Payable

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1