Junior Accountant - Johannesburg

My client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join our finance team. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career professional eager to gain hands-on experience and grow within a supportive environment.

As a Junior Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting day-to-day financial operations and ensuring accurate financial record-keeping. You will work closely with senior team members and gain exposure to various aspects of the accounting function.

This role is based in Malboro, Johannesburg North.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reconcile bank accounts and other balance sheet accounts
• Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Perform monthly supplier reconciliations and maintain supplier control
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data
• Support the finance team with ad hoc accounting and administrative tasks
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records
• Assist with the budgeting and forecasting processes

Requirements:

• A Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills