Junior Assistant Accountant – Start Your Finance Career

Opencast Consulting Sa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 251,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Opencast Consulting is seeking an Assistant Accountant in Gauteng with limited experience to join our finance team. This entry-level role supports daily accounting tasks and offers a pathway to develop skills in accounting.

Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, processing invoices, reconciling accounts, assisting with tax returns and month-end close, and maintaining records. Degree in Accounting/Finance (or in progress) and strong Excel/communication skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree or qualification in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or in progress).
• Up to 1 year of accounting or related experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Basic knowledge of accounting software; experience with accounting tools is a plus.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills; able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements.
• Process invoices, payments and receipts; reconcile accounts payable/receivable.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and month-end/year-end close tasks.
• Record daily transactions in the accounting system and maintain records.
• Support tax returns preparation and other compliance documentation.
• Perform ad-hoc accounting duties as required.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Accounting basics

Education

Accounting degree

Finance degree

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

Accounting software

Job description

Opencast Consulting is seeking an Assistant Accountant in Gauteng with limited experience to join our finance team. This entry-level role supports daily accounting tasks and offers a pathway to develop skills in accounting.

Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, processing invoices, reconciling accounts, assisting with tax returns and month-end close, and maintaining records. Degree in Accounting/Finance (or in progress) and strong Excel/communication skills are preferred.