Job Description

Junior Accountant
This is an opportunity for a junior accounting professional seeking practical experience within a professional practice setting.
Kenilworth, Accounting Practice, R12,000 – R15,000 per month

About Our Client
Our client is a well-established boutique accounting practice based in Kenilworth. The firm services a diverse portfolio of small to medium-sized businesses and specialises in financial statement compilations, independent reviews, taxation, payroll, and outsourced accounting services.

The Role: Junior Accountant
The Junior Accountant will be responsible for managing client accounting functions from bookkeeping through to financial statement preparation and tax submissions. This role exists to handle client accounting and administrative support, contributing to the business by ensuring SARS compliance and maintaining client relationships through direct liaison and query resolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform full-function bookkeeping to trial balance with 1–3 years of practical accounting experience.
• Prepare annual financial statements for a diverse portfolio of small to medium-sized businesses.
• Complete and submit individual and company tax returns.
• Execute VAT reconciliations and submissions.
• Assist with independent reviews, compilations, and SARS compliance matters.
• Manage client liaison and query resolution.
• Provide general accounting and administrative support.
• Utilise accounting software such as Sage, Xero, or Pastel.

About You

• 1–3 years of practical accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Diploma or Degree in Accounting or related field (candidates currently studying toward a qualification will be considered).
• Proficiency in accounting software (Sage, Xero, Pastel or similar) and strong MS Excel skills.
• Knowledge of SARS eFiling and statutory submissions.
• Experience within an accounting practice environment preferred.
• Immediate availability highly advantageous.