Junior Financial Accountant

Recruiter:

Salix Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB002663/JK

Date posted:

Friday, August 29, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

250000

SUMMARY:
On the hunt for a Junior Financial Accountant in Cape Town CBD!

POSITION INFO:
Kickstart your career in finance and accounting with a role designed to expose you to the core principles of financial reporting, compliance, and operations. This role is your chance to gain hands-on experience in a structured environment.
If you’re passionate about building a career in accounting, eager to learn, and ready to take ownership of key financial processes, this opportunity will set you on the path to becoming a well-rounded finance professional.

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Duties:

Prepare and analyse monthly management accounts and supporting schedules.
Process journals, maintain the general ledger, and ensure reconciliations are accurate.
Perform bank, debtors, and creditors reconciliations to maintain financial integrity.
Assist with submission of VAT, PAYE, and statutory returns.
Support annual audit processes by providing detailed financial records.

Job Experience & Skills Required:

Qualifications:

Completed SAIPA Articles.
BCom Accounting or equivalent qualification.

Experience:

1–2 years’ post-article experience in an accounting role (advantageous).

Skills & Competencies:

Sound understanding of IFRS and GAAP
Strong MS Excel skills and exposure to accounting software (Pastel, Sage, Xero).
Excellent attention to detail and time management skills.
Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.

If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.

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