Junior Accountant — Kickstart SAICA/SAIPA Articles

Hire Resolve; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Johannesburg is looking for a motivated Junior Accountant to join a client’s team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate who has a completed BCom Accounting degree and is pursuing their CTA or Honours. Responsibilities include assisting with financial statements, reconciliations, and preparing VAT and PAYE returns. The salary is negotiable and competitive based on experience, making this a promising start to your accounting career.

Qualifications

• Completed BCom Accounting degree.
• Enrolled in or planning to start CTA or Honours in Accounting.
• Interest in pursuing a career in accounting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of financial statements under supervision.
• Perform reconciliations for bank, supplier, and customer.
• Support monthly accounting and bookkeeping functions.
• Help prepare VAT, PAYE, and other statutory returns.
• Assist in audit preparation and client file management.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Good communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

BCom Accounting degree

Currently enrolled in CTA or Honours in Accounting

Tools

Basic accounting software

Job description

A recruitment agency in Johannesburg is looking for a motivated Junior Accountant to join a client’s team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate who has a completed BCom Accounting degree and is pursuing their CTA or Honours. Responsibilities include assisting with financial statements, reconciliations, and preparing VAT and PAYE returns. The salary is negotiable and competitive based on experience, making this a promising start to your accounting career.