Junior Accountant (CIMA / SAIPA / SAICA)

Fouche & Co Recruitment; Umhlanga Rocks; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a detailed and proactive Financial Accountant to manage financial transactions, assist with month-end reporting, and ensure compliance in Umhlanga Rocks, KwaZulu-Natal. The ideal candidate must have a BCom degree in Accounting and completed articles with SAICA, SAIPA, or CIMA. This position demands at least 3 years of experience in a finance environment, knowledge of accounting systems like Sage or Xero, and a strong understanding of monthly financial processes. Remuneration ranges from R25,000 to R30,000 per month.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in finance/accounting environment.
• Valid Drivers License and own vehicle required.
• Experience in retail or sales-based environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Capture daily financial transactions and maintain accurate accounting records.
• Assist with month-end reporting, including management accounts.
• Reconcile bank accounts, suppliers, and customer accounts.
• Support with budget tracking and department-level cost reviews.
• Prepare documentation for audits and compliance checks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Organisational skills

Ability to work in cross-functional teams

Accountability

Education

BCom Degree in Accounting or Finance

Completed Articles SAICA, SAIPA, or CIMA

Tools

Excel

Sage

Xero

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Capture daily financial transactions and maintain accurate accounting records.
• Assist with month-end reporting, including management accounts and variance analysis.
• Reconcile bank accounts, suppliers, and customer accounts.
• Monitor daily sales, cashbook, and petty cash transactions.
• Support with budget tracking and department-level cost reviews.
• Assist with VAT, PAYE, and other statutory submissions.
• Maintain the fixed asset register and support stock reconciliation processes.
• Liaise with sales and operations teams to verify and align financial data.
• Prepare documentation for audits and compliance checks.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of financial systems and reporting accuracy.

Key Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and a proactive mindset.
• Organised and deadline-driven.
• Eager to learn and take on new responsibilities.
• Able to work well with cross-functional teams.
• Strong sense of accountability and integrity.

Key Competencies

• Sound understanding of accounting fundamentals.
• Good working knowledge of Excel (e.g., VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables).
• Familiarity with stock, sales reporting, and expense controls.
• Ability to interpret and present financial data clearly.
• Exposure to accounting systems such as Sage, Xero, or similar.

Requirements

• BCom Degree in Accounting or Finance (required).
• Completed Articles SAICA, SAIPA, or CIMA (essential).
• Drivers License & Own Vehicle - Non Negotiable
• 13 years experience in finance / accounting environment
• Experience in a retail or sales-based environment is advantageous.
• Understanding of month-end processes and statutory compliance.

Remuneration

R25 000 R30 000 per month

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted