Junior Accountant, East London

University of Fort Hare; East London; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in East London seeks a Junior Accountant for a permanent role. The candidate will assist with daily accounting functions, month-end reporting, and payroll-related tasks. A diploma/degree in Accounting or related field is required, along with 1-2 years of accounting experience. Strong organizational skills and proficiency in MS Office are essential. This role offers a market-related salary and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years’ accounting experience with exposure to administration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily accounting functions and month-end reporting.
• Provide support during audits and tax compliance processes.
• Manage and update training records for staff.

Skills

Accounting principles

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

Tools

Xero Accounting

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Junior Accountant for a permanent role based in East London, Eastern Cape.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (or studying towards one)
• Minimum 1–2 years’ accounting experience with exposure to administration
• Good understanding of accounting principles and basic payroll processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience with accounting software – Xero Accounting
• Strong organisational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Accounting Support
  • Assist with daily accounting functions (capturing invoices, reconciliations, petty cash, general ledger updates)
  • Assist with month-end reporting and preparation of supporting schedules
  • Provide support during audits and tax compliance processes
• Payroll & Employee Support
  • Assist with payroll-related functions such as leave management, overtime records, and staff queries (not full payroll processing)
• Administrative Functions
  • Draft and prepare business correspondence, letters, and internal communication
  • Manage and update training records for staff
  • Support management with document preparation, filing, and record-keeping
  • General office administration to ensure smooth day-to-day operations

Salary

Salary: Market related

How to Apply

To apply email a detailed CV and all supporting documentation as well as salary requirements to [e-mail]