Junior Financial Accountant

Recruiter:

Boardroom Appointments

Job Ref:

JHB005207/DH

Date posted:

Friday, November 28, 2025

Location:

Germiston, South Africa

Salary:

Annually

SUMMARY:
Responsible for providing support across various financial functions.

POSITION INFO:

1. Data Entry and Maintenance

Assisting with the accurate and timely capturing of financial transactions into the accounting system (SYSPRO).
Maintaining organised and up-to-date financial records, both physical and electronic.

2. Reconciliations

Reconciling general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Performing monthly balance sheet reconciliations.

3. VAT and Tax Compliance Support

Assisting with the preparation of supporting documentation for VAT submissions.
Understanding basic South African tax principles (VAT, Income Tax) as they relate to daily transactions.
Ensuring compliance with relevant South African tax regulations under supervision.

4. Reporting and Analysis

Assisting with the preparation of basic financial reports, schedules, and summaries.
Generating reports from the accounting system as required.
Supporting the Senior Accountant/Financial Manager with ad-hoc financial analysis.

5. Petty Cash Management

Managing and reconciling petty cash according to company policy.
Ensuring proper documentation for all petty cash transactions.

6. Financial Statement Preparation

Assisting with the preparation of financial statements, reports, and budgets.

7. Support for Audits

Providing support for audits by gathering documentation and assisting with audit procedures.

8. General Administrative Support

Filing and archiving financial documents.
Assisting with internal and external audit preparations.
Performing other ad-hoc administrative and accounting duties as assigned.
Assisting with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
Preparing regular reports and identifying and resolving financial discrepancies.

Skills & Experience Requirements

Accounting / Financial Management degree
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (IFRS)
1 – 2 years’ experience in a finance department role
SYSPRO experience essential
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality with financial information

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