Junior Accountant

Stafflink Recruitment Solutions; Springs; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking a Junior Accountant to join their team in Springs, Gauteng. The role involves assisting in the preparation and analysis of financial statements, ensuring adherence to accounting standards, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to improve financial processes. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in completing financial statements.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Previous experience in VAT and tax compliance advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and analysis of financial statements.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and manage accounts payable.
• Support the finance team with financial projects and reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Tools

MS Excel

Accounting software

CASEWARE

Job description

• Proven experience in assisting with the completion of financial statements.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel.
• Previous experience in VAT and tax compliance is advantageous.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities :

General

Assist in the preparation, analysis, and completion of financial statements.

Reconcile general ledger accounts and ensure timely resolution of

Balance sheet reconciliations.

Maintain and reconcile the Fixed Asset register.

Implement process improvements.

Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory

requirements.

Support external processes by providing necessary documentation and

explanations.

Assist with Costings and margin analysis.

Assist in managing accounts payable and receivable functions as required.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve financial processes and

reporting.

Support the finance team with ad hoc financial projects and reporting

requirements.

Ensure adherence to company financial policies and procedures.

Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency.

Taxation

Monthly VAT returns.

Assist in completion of annual corporation tax returns.

Budgets and Forecasts

Assist in preparation of the annual budget of specific GL lines in the business,

i.e. motor vehicle expenses.

Assist in preparing quarterly forecasts.

Annual Audit

Assist in Preparation of group consolidated AFS (CASEWARE). Certain

disclosures.

Assist in Preparation of tax computation.

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Junior Accountant • Springs, Gauteng, South Africa