Junior Accountant – SAICA or SAIPA Articles

Hire Resolve; Johannesburg; Presencial; ZAR 180.000 - 260.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

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.

Formación

• Completed BCom Accounting degree.
• Enrolled in or planning to start CTA or Honours in Accounting.
• Interest in pursuing a career in accounting.
• Proficient in Excel and basic accounting software.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• A genuine interest in pursuing a career in the accounting profession.

Responsabilidades

• 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.
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation
• Work closely with senior staff to ensure compliance with accounting standards

Conocimientos

Strong attention to detail

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Good communication skills

Organisational skills

Educación

BCom Accounting degree

Currently enrolled in CTA or Honours in Accounting

Herramientas

Basic accounting software

Basic accounting software

Descripción del empleo

Are you a recent graduate ready to kick‑start your accounting career? We’re looking for a motivated and detail‑oriented individual to join one of our client’s teams as a Junior Accountant and complete their SAICA or SAIPA articles.

Minimum Qualifications:

• BCom Accounting degree (completed)
• Currently enrolled in or planning to start CTA or Honours in Accounting
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and basic accounting software
• Good communication and organisational skills
• A genuine interest in pursuing a career in the accounting profession

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of financial statements under supervision
• Perform reconciliations (bank, supplier, customer)
• Support monthly accounting and bookkeeping functions
• Help prepare VAT, PAYE, and other statutory returns
• Assist in audit preparation and client file management
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation
• Work closely with senior staff to ensure compliance with accounting standards

Contact Hire Resolve – Recruiting Talent in SA, US & EMEA – for your next career‑changing move.

Salary: Negotiable. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

Apply for this role today – contact Mariaan Smit at Hire Resolve or connect via LinkedIn.

You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: https://www.hireresolve.us or email your CV to: [e-mail]

We will contact you telephonically within 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If not, we will keep your CV on file and contact you for any future relevant opportunities.