Junior Accounts Clerk

Easipack (Pty) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Cape Town is seeking an Accounts Assistant. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience, an accounting-related diploma, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Responsibilities include maintaining the cashbook, drafting management accounts, and general office tasks. Applicants from Athlone or Mitchells Plain areas are preferred, with a proactive and adaptable nature essential for success.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience as an accounts assistant.
• Experience in CA firm preparing books to trial balance stage.
• Experience in general office administration.

Responsibilities

• Update the daily cashbook and post to general ledger.
• Draft quarterly management accounts.
• Assist with creditor and debtor control tasks.
• General office administration duties.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Fluent English

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Team Player

Flexibility

Organizational Skills

Education

Accounting-related Diploma or B in Accounting

Tools

Omni accounting software

Job description

About the Position

Before applying, please ensure : You must reside in the greater Athlone or Mitchells Plain area. You possess 2 years of appropriate experience. You have an Accounting-related Diploma or B in Accounting.

Responsibilities

• Update the daily cashbook and post to general ledger.
• Drafting of quarterly management accounts.
• Assisting with creditor and debtor control tasks.
• General office administration duties (filing, answering telephone).
• Assist senior staff with ad-hoc duties.

Qualifications & Skills

• Preference will be given to someone who has worked at CA firm preparing books to trial balance stage.
• Two to three years' experience as an accounts assistant.
• Good working experience in Microsoft Office - particularly Excel and Word.
• Fluent in English.
• Excellent telephone communication skills.
• Multitasker.
• Attention to detail / analytical.
• Team player.
• Good time management.
• Open to feedback and critique.
• A pro‑active learner who takes responsibility for own development.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• An individual who understands the importance of meeting the business' needs.
• Experience in Omni accounting software will be advantageous.

Please include your expected salary in your cover letter.

Location Preference

Applicants living close to our premises situated in Athlone Industria 1 will be preferred (i.e. From greater Athlone or Mitchells Plain area).