Junior Bookkeeper

RecruitAGraduate; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Gauteng is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Bookkeeper to join their accounts department. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing bookkeeping up to trial balance, capturing financial transactions, and assisting with general accounting functions. Candidates must have at least 2 years' experience in accounting, a degree or diploma in finance or related fields, and proficiency in both Afrikaans and English. Strong knowledge of Pastel Partner and MS Office is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' accounting background.
• Strong working knowledge of bookkeeping procedures.
• Stable employment history preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform bookkeeping up to trial balance.
• Capture and reconcile financial transactions.
• Assist with general accounting functions and reporting.

Skills

Proficiency in Afrikaans

Proficiency in English

Attention to detail

Bookkeeping up to trial balance

Ability to work independently

Education

Degree or diploma in Finance, accounting or similar

Tools

Pastel Partner

MS Office

Job description

Overview

A company specialising in events planning, seeks to employ a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Bookkeeper to join their accounts department. Suitable candidates will assist with accounting functions and ensure compliance in all records. Proficiency in Afrikaans and English is a requirement for this role with a minimum of 2 years’ experience from an accounting background.

Responsibilities

• Perform bookkeeping up to trial balance.
• Capture and reconcile financial transactions.
• Assist with general accounting functions and reporting.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance in all financial records.
• Provide support to senior staff within the department.

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Finance, accounting or similar
• Minimum 2 years’ accounting background.
• Bookkeeping up to trial balance proficiency.
• Strong working knowledge of Pastel Partner.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Own reliable transport.
• Stable employment history.
• Proficiency in Afrikaans and English.
• Previous experience at an audit firm will be advantageous.