Junior Financial Accountant (Completed Articles) | Centurion Gauteng

SUMMARY:
This Financial Services Group of Companies is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant who has successfully completed their SAICA or SAIPA articles.

POSITION INFO:

Reporting To: Financial Manager

Location: Centurion, Gauteng

Employment Type: Permanent | Full-time

Remuneration: Market related Basic Salary

The successful candidate will assist with the full accounting function across multiple entities within the group while gaining

exposure to financial reporting, taxation, payroll, management accounts and statutory

compliance. This role is ideal for someone looking to build on the practical experience gained during

articles and develop into a well-rounded accountant within a dynamic finance environment.

Minimum Requirements

• BCom Accounting, BCom Financial Accounting, BAcc or equivalent accounting qualification
• Completed SAICA or SAIPA articles (non-negotiable)
• 0–2 years'' post-articles experience
• Sound understanding of accounting principles
• Experience preparing financial statements during articles
• Exposure to VAT, payroll, taxation and audits
• Experience with Sage 50, Sage Pastel, CaseWare or similar accounting software will be advantageous
• Microsoft Excel (Intermediate)

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting

• Prepare and process monthly journals
• Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations
• Maintain the fixed asset register
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
• Assist in preparing management accounts

Tax & Compliance

• Prepare VAT reconciliations and assist with VAT submissions
• Assist with EMP201, EMP501 and other SARS submissions
• Prepare supporting schedules for tax and audit purposes
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies

Accounts Receivable & Payable

• Prepare customer and supplier reconciliations
• Review outstanding debtors and creditors
• Assist with debt collection on arrear debtors
• Assist with payment preparations
• Allocate receipts and payments

Reporting & Finance Support

• Assist with daily cash flow updates
• Assist with monthly reconciliations and reports
• Compile audit files and supporting documentation
• Assist with financial analysis and ad hoc projects

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