Junior Accountant

About Our Client

This company operates an offshore accounting function in South Africa. They maintain a growing global finance function within an international finance environment.

The Role: Junior Accountant

The Junior Accountant supports the offshore accounting function by assisting with day-to-day transactional finance activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank processing, and core system maintenance. This role exists to ensure the accuracy of financial records, the timely processing of payments and receipts, and the maintenance of accounting systems. It contributes to the business by supporting month-end close, audit preparation, and ongoing process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

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  Manage aged receivables, including billing, allocation of receipts, and debt chasing.

  
  


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  Manage aged payables, including invoice coding, processing, and supplier query resolution.

  
  


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  Process weekly payment runs, including creator payments and operating expenses.

  
  


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  Perform bank postings and assist with bank reconciliations.

  
  


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  Update financial and commercial systems, including Xero.

  
  


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  Support month-end close activities and annual audit preparation.

  
  


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  Identify process inefficiencies and support ad hoc projects.

  
  

About You

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  Previous experience in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.

  
  


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  Hands-on experience using Xero.

  
  


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  Intermediate spreadsheet skills, including basic formulas and reconciliations.

  
  


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  Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.

  
  


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  Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

  
  


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  Ability to manage deadlines and work effectively in a remote, multi-timezone environment.

  
  


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  Legally authorized to work in South Africa with a reliable, high-speed internet connection and professional home office.