Junior Accountant – SAIPA Pathway (Paarl)

Exceed HR and Recruitment; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Exceed HR and Recruitment in Paarl, Western Cape, is assisting with the recruitment of a junior Accountant for a permanent position based in Paarl. The role involves preparing annual financial statements, assisting with accounting and tax matters, and support with SAIPA training in a SAIPA-accredited environment.

You will handle SARS eFiling, payroll support, and month-end processes while maintaining accurate records and communicating with clients.

Qualifications

• Completed Financial Diploma or Degree.
• Minimum 2 years’ accounting experience, including preparing and completing financial statements.
• Good understanding of accounting principles and basic tax.
• Experience with accounting software and SARS eFiling.
• Strong attention to detail, organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work accurately and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and compile annual financial statements for a variety of clients.
• Perform independent reviews and assist with accounting and tax-related matters.
• Handle tax returns and SARS eFiling submissions, including income tax, VAT, PAYE and provisional tax.
• Manage reconciliations, transaction processing and month-end accounting.
• Assist with payroll and statutory submissions.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure deadlines are met.
• Communicate with clients and provide accounting support.
• Work towards completing your SAIPA training at a SAIPA-accredited company, with support and mentorship.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Financial Diploma or Degree

Tools

SARS eFiling

Accounting software

Job description

Exceed HR and Recruitment in Paarl, Western Cape, is assisting with the recruitment of a junior Accountant for a permanent position based in Paarl. The role involves preparing annual financial statements, assisting with accounting and tax matters, and support with SAIPA training in a SAIPA-accredited environment.

You will handle SARS eFiling, payroll support, and month-end processes while maintaining accurate records and communicating with clients.