Junior Accountant

Vouch; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A digital insurance brokerage is seeking a detail-oriented Finance Assistant to support the Head of Finance in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with policies. Responsibilities include monthly reporting, reconciliations, and preparation of management accounts. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and have 2–4 years' relevant experience, preferably in the insurance or financial services sector. This role offers flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to contribute to a startup's success.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive work environment

Opportunity to impact startup success

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 2–4 years’ accounting experience, preferably in insurance or financial services.
• Attention to detail and strong analytical ability essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly financial reporting and reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and spreadsheets.
• Support compliance with tax and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical ability

Proficiency in accounting software

Good organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Honours will be advantageous

Tools

Sage

Pastel

SAP

Job description

About The Business

Vouch is a digital insurance brokerage that provides South Africans with the personalised advice you need, without the spam. We leverage AI-driven and human expert advice to offer truly independent recommendations based on value, not just price. Our initial focus will be on insurance, but investments will be included shortly after launch and our vision is to grow beyond financial services to support clients with all their big decisions.

Backed by one of SA's largest media companies, this is a well-funded early-stage venture, with a serious competitive advantage and potential for scale. This is an exciting opportunity to form part of the founding team to build a disruptive new business.

About The Role

This role will support the Head of Finance by maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with daily accounting tasks, and ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

The role will also be responsible for assisting with financial reporting, budgeting & taxation.

What You'll Be Doing

• Assist with monthly financial reporting, reconciliations, and preparation of management accounts.
• Assist in supporting documentation for payroll inputs for monthly submission/ processing
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processing
• Provides accounting assistance to the Finance Head to meet Vouch business needs
• Maintain accurate accounting records and spreadsheets
• Ensure compliance with internal financial processes and procedures
• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing documentation
• Support compliance with tax, statutory, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain proper documentation and audit trails
• Interface with management in various departments;
• Assist with preparing of weekly reports for Exco (Management).
• Compiles weekly, monthly & quarterly reports;
• Ad hoc financial reporting requests and tasks as required.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Honours will be advantageous.
• Studying towards or completed SAIPA articles will be advantageous.
• 2–4 years’ accounting experience (preferably in insurance or financial services).
• Exposure to IFRS and insurance accounting standards are beneficial
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, Pastel, SAP, or similar)
• Computer Literate (MS Office, Word & Excel)
• Attention to detail and strong analytical ability.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good organizational and time-management skills

What You Can Expect

• Competitive base salary and benefits.
• This role is based in Gauteng, with flexible working arrangements.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunity to be a part of a startup from the ground up and make a significant impact on its success.