Junior Financial Accountant

Hire Resolve; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing company in Pietermaritzburg is seeking a Junior Financial Accountant to support the finance department. Responsibilities include processing invoices, managing vendor payments, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance along with completed SAIPA, CIMA, or SAICA articles. This role offers a competitive salary based on experience, with opportunities for long-term growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• SAIPA, CIMA, or SAICA articles must be completed.
• Experience in accounts payable, receivable, or bookkeeping is essential.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and reconcile with purchase orders.
• Monitor aging reports and ensure timely payments.
• Assist in external audits with documentation.
• Assist in external audits by providing necessary documentation and insights.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, company policies, and regulations.
• Monitor and update debtor credit applications and information.
• Assist the senior accountant with daily accounting tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in accounting software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Completed SAIPA, CIMA, or SAICA articles

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Hire Resolves client is looking for a Junior Financial Accountant to support the finance department by ensuring seamless financial transactions, accurate record-keeping, and regulatory compliance. This role offers long-term growth in a well-established manufacturing company in Willowton, Pietermaritzburg.

Responsibilities:

• Process invoices and reconcile them with purchase orders and goods receipts.
• Monitor aging reports and ensure timely payments.
• Manage vendor payments and account details.
• Assist in external audits by providing necessary documentation and insights.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, company policies, and regulations.
• Monitor and update debtor credit applications and information.
• Assist the senior accountant with daily accounting tasks.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Completed SAIPA, CIMA, or SAICA articles.
• Experience in accounts payable, receivable, and bookkeeping.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

• Salary: negotiable.
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Rachel van Dyk at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn.
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: [e-mail].

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.