Junior Bookkeeper

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-site environment

Training and mentorship program

Exposure to accounting processes

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp is seeking a junior bookkeeper to support the finance team. This on-site role is ideal for someone starting their career in accounting who is eager to learn and grow. You will assist with daily data entry, maintain ledgers, and help prepare reports under supervision.

The successful candidate should have Grade 12, basic bookkeeping knowledge, and proficiency in MS Excel. Training and mentorship are provided, with opportunities for career progression in a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
• Some formal bookkeeping training or a relevant certificate is advantageous.
• Basic understanding of bookkeeping principles and practices.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and familiarity with bookkeeping software.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Eagerness to learn and develop accounting skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily data entry of financial transactions into the bookkeeping system.
• Maintain accurate ledgers, including accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Process bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist in preparing financial reports and statements.
• Support the senior accountant with ad-hoc bookkeeping tasks.
• Ensure compliance with basic accounting principles and company policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Eagerness to learn

Education

Grade 12

Bookkeeping certificate

Tools

MS Excel

Bookkeeping software

Job description

About the Role

Our client in Klerksdorp is seeking an enthusiastic Junior Bookkeeper to support their finance department. This is an on-site position, ideal for an individual starting their career in accounting who is eager to learn and grow. You will assist with daily bookkeeping tasks, maintain financial records, and support the accounting team in various financial processes. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, possess basic accounting knowledge, and have a willingness to develop their skills in a professional setting. This is a fantastic entry-level opportunity within a supportive team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with daily data entry of financial transactions into the bookkeeping system.
• Maintain accurate ledgers, including accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Process bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist in preparing financial reports and statements.
• Support the senior accountant with ad-hoc bookkeeping tasks.
• Ensure compliance with basic accounting principles and company policies.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
• Some formal bookkeeping training or a relevant certificate is advantageous.
• Basic understanding of bookkeeping principles and practices.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and familiarity with bookkeeping software.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Eagerness to learn and develop accounting skills.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• On-site work environment.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship program.
• Exposure to various aspects of accounting.
• Opportunities for career progression.