Junior Accountant: Trust & Corporate Finance

RMG Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Junior Accountant in Gqeberha, South Africa. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 3-5 years of relevant experience in company and trust accounting. Key responsibilities include managing accounts, preparing financial statements, ensuring compliance with regulations, and communicating with trustees. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential, along with strong analytical and organizational skills. Fluency in both Afrikaans and English is required.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in accounting with specific experience in company and trust accounting.
• Proficiency in accounting software and trust accounting platforms.
• Experience with financial statement preparation and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage and reconcile accounts.
• Prepare financial statements and trust account reports.
• Ensure compliance with legal, tax, and financial reporting requirements.
• Communicate with trustees, beneficiaries, and external parties.

Skills

Trust accounting principles

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Junior Accountant in Gqeberha, South Africa. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 3-5 years of relevant experience in company and trust accounting. Key responsibilities include managing accounts, preparing financial statements, ensuring compliance with regulations, and communicating with trustees. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential, along with strong analytical and organizational skills. Fluency in both Afrikaans and English is required.