Junior Accountant

CareerCare-SA; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking recruitment firm seeks a Junior Accountant in Pretoria East. The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and completed articles. Responsibilities include maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations. Must be detail-oriented and bilingual in English and Afrikaans. This position offers a monthly salary of R40 000, including benefits, in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years post-articles accounting experience required.
• Practical experience with tax returns and financial audits.
• Experience in budgeting and risk management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, trends, and insights.
• Oversee Financial Officers’ work and manage month-end closing.

Skills

Strong understanding of accounting principles

Proficient in accounting software

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Meticulous attention to detail

Strong analytical abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Completed all relevant professional examinations (SAICA or SAIPA)

Articles completed

Tools

Pastel

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage Intacct

Job description

Junior Accountant job vacancy in Pretoria East.

Are you a young, driven professional ready to take the next step after completing your articles? We’re looking for a bright, fully bilingual Accountant who loves numbers, thrives on solving problems, and wants to grow with an energetic, forward-thinking team.

Salary: R40 000 per month including benefits.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and analyse financial reports, trends, and key insights.
• Oversee Financial Officers’ work for quality and consistency.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Review financial data (sales, expenses, bank statements) and support the CFO.
• Assist with budgets, forecasts, Management Accounts, and Annual Financial Statements.
• Ensure SARS compliance for Payroll, VAT, and Income Tax.
• Review payroll and support annual audits.
• Manage cash flow and liaise with service providers as needed.
• Enforce company policies and contribute to process improvements.
• Perform ad hoc finance and operational tasks, reconcile accounts, and track discrepancies.

Requirements:

Education & Professional Training:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Completed all relevant professional examinations (SAICA or SAIPA).
• Articles completed.

Experience:

• 1–2 years post-articles accounting experience.
• Practical experience with tax returns, financial audits, budgeting, and risk management.

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, IFRS, and tax regulations.
• Proficient in accounting software, including Pastel, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks; experience with Sage Intacct is advantageous.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer applications.

Personal Qualities:

• Meticulous attention to detail and high accuracy.
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Organized, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Able to work under tight deadlines.
• Fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans (written and spoken).
• Valid driver’s license with own transport.