Junior Accountant

Greys Recruitment; Kariega, Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment firm is seeking a Junior Accountant for their team in Port Elizabeth/Gqeberha. The ideal candidate will hold a 3-year accounting degree and have at least 3 years of prior experience. This office-based role requires strong Excel skills and proficiency in Sage and Pastel accounting software. Key responsibilities include managing financial records, preparing statements, handling accounts payable and receivable, and ensuring compliance with VAT regulations. Salary will be aligned with experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• 3 years of prior experience in a workplace.
• Valid driver's license.
• Computer literate.
• Articles completed preferred.

Responsibilities

• Financial record keeping, including reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable.
• Assist with VAT compliance and SARS submissions.
• Conduct payroll assistance.

Skills

Advanced MS Excel skills

Understanding of Sage and Pastel accounting software

Strong administration skills

Excellent attention to detail

Organisational skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently

Good verbal and written communication skills

Education

3-year Accounting degree or higher (e.g., Bcom Accounting)

Tools

Sage

Pastel

Job description

Our client is seeking a Junior Accountant for their team in Port Elizabeth/Gqeberha.

Location

Port Elizabeth/Gqeberha

Non-Negotiable Requirements

1. 3 years of prior experience in a workplace - must have
2. 3-year Accounting degree or higher (E.g. Bcom Accounting) - must have
3. Valid driver's license - must have
4. Computer literate - must be
5. Articles completed - nice to have

About/What you will need to know

• Advanced MS Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP)
• Understanding of Sage and Pastel accounting software
• Strong administration skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Organisational skills
• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good verbal & written communication skills
• Financial record keeping (reconciling financial transactions, general ledger entries & accuracy of trial balances)
• Reporting (monthly, quarterly, annual financial statements)
• Accounts payable & receivable
• Compliance (VAT assistance, SARS submissions, ensuring compliance)
• Payroll assistance
• Bank reconciliation
• Audit preparation
• Inventory costing and support
• Assisting the manager with other financial matters

Details

• Office-based position only
• 40 hour week (Monday - Friday)
• Salary only, no benefits
• Salary to be discussed and will be in line with experience and qualifications, as well as taking your current earnings into account.