Junior Accountant (JB)

At Kontak Recruitment we offer recruitment services for the Johannesburg and Gauteng Region to employers, assisting with the placement and the full recruitment of personnel on all career levels. Kontak Recruitment is a pastel certified recruiter which manages the entire employment and recruitment service on behalf of clients from job spec writing as well as advertising your job listing and response handling right up to offer and acceptance stage including after placement service with a 3 month guarantee period. Kontak Recruitment offers an employment service and is a recruitment agency in Johannesburg, Gauteng servicing clients and HR professionals in securing personnel and finding staff through a professional recruitment service from Qualified recruitment consultants Kontak Recruitment as a Recruitment Agency in Johannesburg, services candidates and job seekers in finding jobs through our current job listings and job opportunities, assisting in enhancing career improvement. We deliver a professional CV writing service to job seekers to ensure that their CV's are current , modern and fresh. Whether you are looking for staff or looking for job opportunities, Kontak Recruitment has the solution for you. Contact us to find out how we can assist you with your recruitment needs. We are looking for a dedicated and meticulous Junior Accountant to support our client's finance department under the supervision of the Senior Accountant. This role is ideal for someone eager to develop their accounting skills in a dynamic, supportive environment. The Junior Accountant will assist with reconciliations, invoice processing, payroll management, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Competencies: Strong verbal and written communication skills. Good numeracy and analytical skills. Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines. Proactive and eager to take on new challenges. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree or diploma in Accounting Three years of previous experience Familiarity with accounting software such as Xero, Pastel, or similar is advantageous. Understanding of financial principles and willingness to learn more complex accounting rules. Duties: Assist with bank, customer, supplier, and stock reconciliations. Help in preparing and managing the fixed assets register. Support the generation of customer invoices and management accounts. Assist in processing payroll, fringe benefits, and allowances. Aid in filing statutory returns, including PAYE, VAT, and UIF. Respond to internal and external queries under the guidance of the Senior Accountant. Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to all professional standards and ethics. Participate in client liaison and maintain professional client relationships. Ensure timely and accurate data entry and financial record-keeping. Support the Senior Accountant in identifying revenue-generating opportunities and improving operational efficiencies.