Description:
About the roleA Junior Accountant is an entry-level accounting professional who supports senior accountants by handling day-to-day financial tasks such as bookkeeping, reconciliations, and compliance reporting. The role is designed to build foundational skills in accounting while ensuring accuracy in financial records.
Key Responsibilities:
Bookkeeping & Data Entry
Record daily financial transactions. Maintain general ledgers and journals. Financial Reporting Support
Assist in preparing financial statements. Generate basic reports for management review. Account Reconciliation
Reconcile bank statements and company accounts. Identify and resolve discrepancies. Tax & Compliance Assistance
Support preparation of tax returns and VAT submissions. Ensure compliance with SARS and other regulatory requirements. Payroll & Invoicing
Assist with payroll calculations and PAYE submissions. Process invoices and track accounts receivable/payable. Audit Preparation
Gather documentation for audits. Ensure records are accurate and complete. Requirements:
South African unemployed youth between the ages of 18 and 34. Must not have participated on the YES programme before. Matric Certificate. Attention to detail accuracy in financial records is critical. Analytical ability identifying errors and reconciling accounts. Proficiency in accounting software e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, Xero, or Pastel. Knowledge of accounting principles GAAP/IFRS basics. Communication skills reporting findings to senior accountants and management. Please consider your application unsuccessful when you have not heard from the Signa Opportunity team within two weeks of submitting your application.
22 Jan 2026;
from:
gumtree.co.za