Junior Accountant - George

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Comprehensive training and mentorship

Bonuses based on performance

Study leave for professional quals

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Accountant to join the George finance team. This entry-level role is ideal for a recent graduate or someone with a couple of years of accounting experience seeking practical skill-building in a supportive setting.

You will work closely with senior staff, gain hands-on exposure to daily financial operations, and receive direct mentorship within our George office in the Western Cape.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field or equivalent diploma.
• Internship or work experience in accounting is advantageous.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Must reside in George or be willing to commute; legal right to work in South Africa.
• Proficiency in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of financial reports and statements.
• Process invoices and expense reports.
• Perform bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Data entry and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Assist in budgets and forecasts.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Support auditors during financial audits.
• Learn accounting software and systems.
• Adhere to company financial policies and procedures.

Skills

Excel

Accounting software

Attention to detail

Time management

Verbal & written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Accounting software familiarity

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable business located in **George**, is looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join their finance department. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for a recent graduate or an individual with a couple of years of accounting experience to gain practical skills and advance their career in a supportive environment. The successful candidate will work closely with the senior accounting team, contributing to the daily financial operations and learning various aspects of financial management. This role is based entirely in our **George** office, providing hands‑on experience and direct mentorship. We are dedicated to nurturing talent and offering a clear path for growth within the accounting profession in the **Western Cape**.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of financial reports and statements.
• Process invoices, expense reports, and other financial documents.
• Perform bank reconciliations and other balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Help with data entry and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Support auditors during financial audits.
• Learn and apply accounting software and systems.
• Adhere to company financial policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent diploma.
• Some prior internship or work experience in an accounting or bookkeeping role is advantageous.
• Familiarity with accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Basic knowledge of accounting software would be a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Eagerness to learn and develop accounting skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must reside in or be willing to commute to **George**, **Western Cape**, and have legal authorization to work in South Africa.

Benefits

• This role comes with a competitive starting salary and the opportunity to gain invaluable experience in a thriving industry.
• Our client provides comprehensive training, mentorship from experienced professionals, and clear pathways for career advancement.
• Employees will be eligible for annual bonuses based on performance and company profitability.
• We also offer access to study leave for professional qualifications and a supportive team culture.
• Join us in **George** and embark on a rewarding career journey in accounting, contributing to a stable and growing local business.