Junior Accountant

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Professional development and mentoring

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a Junior Accountant to join the finance team. The role involves data entry, reconciliations, and assisting with financial reporting, supporting daily accounting tasks.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (or be pursuing one), have strong numerical abilities, and be eager to learn in a supportive, hybrid work setting with mentorship opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field (or currently pursuing).
• Internship or work experience in accounting/finance is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Perform bank reconciliations and reconcile accounts.
• Process journal entries and maintain the general ledger.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Assist with month-end closing procedures.
• Handle ad-hoc accounting tasks as assigned by senior staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Numerical abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Pursuing degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Junior Accountant to join their finance team in Upington . This entry-level position offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your accounting skills and gain exposure to various financial processes. You will support the accounting department with daily tasks, including data entry, reconciliations, and assisting with financial reporting. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, possesses strong numerical abilities, and is keen to build a career in finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Perform bank reconciliations and reconcile various accounts.
• Process journal entries and maintain the general ledger.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Assist with month-end closing procedures.
• Handle ad-hoc accounting tasks as assigned by senior staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field, or currently pursuing a degree.
• Prior internship or work experience in an accounting or finance role is advantageous.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• Hybrid work arrangements providing flexibility.
• Opportunity for professional development and mentorship.
• Gain valuable experience in a supportive finance department in Upington .
• Be part of a growing team and contribute to financial operations.