Junior Accounts Administrator

Bright Placements; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A finance recruitment firm in South Africa is seeking a qualified finance administrator with essential Matric and 13 years of relevant experience. Ideal candidates will demonstrate proficiency in Excel and possess strong analytical abilities. The role involves invoicing, reconciliations, and debtors/creditors administration. Candidates should be detail-oriented, trusting, and ready to grow within the finance team.

Qualifications

• 13 years experience in an accounts or finance administrative role.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the finance department.
• Proficient in Excel and experience in IT or service-based companies.

Skills

Numerical ability

Analytical ability

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Communication skills

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Certificate or Diploma in Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Finance

Tools

Excel

Pastel

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Omni

Job description

Qualifications and Experience

Education: Matric (Grade 12) essential.

Certificate or Diploma in Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Finance advantageous.

Knowledge of basic accounting principles (debits / credits, ledgers, journals).

Experience

13 years experience in an accounts or finance administrative role.

Proficient in Excel. Experience in an Office Automation, IT, or Service-based Company is highly advantageous.

Familiarity with accounting software (e.g. Pastel, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, or Omni) preferred.

Experience with invoicing, reconciliations, and debtors / creditors administration.

Skills and Competencies

Good numerical and analytical ability.

Excellent attention to detail and high accuracy.

Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.

Computer literacy

MS Excel, Word, Outlook (intermediate to advanced level).

Professional, reliable, and trustworthy.

Willingness to learn and grow within the finance department.