Junior Accountant

Mayfly Agri; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 230,000 - 340,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayfly Agri is seeking a diligent trainee accountant to support day-to-day client communications, records handling and period-end reporting. The role offers exposure to accounting standards, tax concepts and software in a collaborative team environment.

You will work towards ACCA or SA equivalence (SAIPA/SAICA) while developing practical skills in financial statements, tax computations and company secretarial tasks. Training and progression are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Willing to work towards ACCA or SA equivalent (SAIPA/SAICA).
• Basic understanding of accounting principles, financial statements and tax concepts.
• Willing to keep up to date with accounting standards (FRS 102 and IFRS).

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day client communications and escalate complex queries to a senior colleague.
• Organise and check client records, following up on outstanding items and identifying inconsistencies for review.
• Prepare period-end financial statements for clients using the firm's preferred software with minimal review by the Manager.
• Prepare business tax computations, including adjustments for enhanced expenditure and other inputs.
• Assist with routine company secretarial tasks and documentation.
• Support ad hoc internal and client projects, such as preparing schedules and assisting as required.
• Work to agreed deadlines, keep working papers up to date and communicate progress to senior colleagues.

Skills

Excel formulas

Word

Outlook

Communication

Teamwork

Education

ACCA/SA equivalent qualification pursuit

Tools

Xero

IRIS

Job description

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Currently working towards ACCA or an SA equivalent (SAIPA or SAICA), or willing to work towards a relevant qualification
• Some experience in an accounting or finance role would be useful but is not essential; experience within an accountancy practice would be advantageous
• Must have a basic understanding of accounting principles, financial statements and tax concepts, with a willingness to develop knowledge of relevant standards (mainly FRS 102 and some IFRS)
• A developing understanding of accounting standards and basic tax legislation, with a willingness to keep knowledge up to date
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel, including the use of formulas and preparation of clear, well-organised working papers, as well as Outlook or similar email and calendar tools
• Experience with Xero or other accounting software would be advantageous
• Knowledge of IRIS would be advantageous but is not essential
• Good communication skills and the confidence to ask questions or seek help when required
• Enthusiasm for learning new skills and applying feedback from reviewers
• Willingness to work as part of a team, learn from more experienced colleagues and support the wider team as experience develops

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Assisting with day-to-day client communications, responding to straightforward queries and escalating more complex matters to a senior colleague.
• Requesting, organising and checking client records and supporting information, following up on outstanding items and identifying inconsistencies for review.
• Preparing period-end financial statements for companies, partnerships, sole traders and LLPs using the firm’s preferred software, with minimal review points from the Manager.
• Preparing business tax computations, including adjustments for enhanced expenditure (e.g. R&D), loans to participators, and computations for investment and property rental businesses.
• Assisting with routine company secretarial tasks and documentation.
• Supporting ad hoc internal and client projects, such as preparing schedules and assisting as required.
• Working to agreed deadlines, keeping working papers up to date and promptly communicating progress, delays and queries to senior colleagues.
• Identifying opportunities to improve client records or processes and discussing these with a senior colleague.