Junior Financial Accountant

Network Finance; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance recruitment firm in South Africa is seeking a Junior Financial Accountant to kickstart a finance career. This role offers hands-on experience across compliance, financial governance, and payroll management, ideal for those pursuing SAIPA designation. Applicants must hold a BCom degree and have a keen interest in financial controls. Join a collaborative team committed to professional growth and mentorship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) Degree in Accounting, Financial Management, or Internal Auditing.
• Studying toward or planning to register for SAIPA Articles.
• Exposure to accounting or finance through internship, vacation work, or entry-level position.

Responsibilities

• Assist with group compliance functions including SARS VAT and EMP submissions.
• Support company secretarial and statutory filings for entities.
• Help design and implement internal control sheets for finance processes.

Skills

Computer literacy in Pastel Accounting

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) Degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reference : NFR

• Angie-1Are you a SAIPA trainee or accounting graduate ready to kickstart your finance career in a dynamic group environment?

Here’s your chance to gain full-spectrum exposure — from compliance and statutory reporting to financial controls and payroll management — all within a supportive, professional team that values growth and precision.

Duties & Responsibilities

Our client is a diversified group with operations across multiple industries, recognised for its professional standards, collaborative culture, and commitment to developing young finance talent.

They are looking for a Junior Financial Accountant (SAIPA Trainee) to join their Group Finance team and build a strong foundation in financial governance, reporting, and compliance. In this role, you’ll gain hands‑on experience across a wide range of finance functions — from SARS submissions and secretarial filings to internal controls, audit preparation, and payroll processing.

You’ll work closely with senior professionals who will guide you as you progress toward your SAIPA designation. If you’re eager to learn, meticulous in your approach, and looking for an environment that will challenge and mentor you, this is the perfect platform to grow your technical and professional expertise.

• Assist with group compliance functions, including SARS VAT, EMP, and Provisional tax submissions.
• Support company secretarial and statutory filings for entities (CIPC, COIDA, DOL, SARS).
• Help design and implement internal control sheets for finance processes and assist during external audits, budget season, and B‑BBEE verification.
• Maintain accurate registers (asset, employee, and risk) and update key company databases.
• Provide payroll administration support and help maintain the HR suite of payroll software.

Job Experience and Skills Required

Education: Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) Degree in Accounting, Financial Management, or Internal Auditing (essential).

Studying toward or planning to register for SAIPA Articles (essential).

Experience: Ideally some exposure to accounting or finance through an internship, vacation work, or entry‑level position. Understanding of basic accounting principles, financial statements, and compliance processes.

Skills

• Computer literacy in Pastel Accounting and Microsoft (especially Word and PowerPoint).
• Strong organisational and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and willingness to learn.

Non‑Negotiables

• Must have completed a BCom degree qualifying for SAIPA articles.
• A keen interest in compliance, financial controls, and audit preparation.

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We also invite you to contact us to discuss your next career move in finance.

For more information, contact: Angelique Jardim, Specialist Recruitment Consultant.