Junior Accountant

Our client, a leader in the property management industry, is looking for a Junior Accountant to join their team in Somerset West as soon as possible.

Company Overview:

Our client is a proudly South African company specializing in developing software solutions (SaaS) for the property management industry. They have developed the most advanced Body Corporate & HOA management software that enables property managers to manage their property portfolio with one solution that seamlessly integrates all the functions of property management and accounting.

Job Overview:

As a Junior Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records. You will be responsible for processing daily transactions, managing accounts payable and receivable, assisting with client invoicing, and supporting month-end and year-end closing activities.

Additionally, you will contribute to process improvements and efficiency enhancements within the accounting function and assist with the preparation of statutory tax returns and annual external audits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process daily transactions of all business bank accounts in the accounting system with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
• Manage accounts payable by accurately recording and processing invoices, verifying expenses, and reconciling the supplier age analysis
• Process and reconcile all business credit cards.
• Conduct cash and other balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Process adjusting journals at month end
• Assist with the preparation of client invoicing for all product divisions.
• Maintain and reconcile accounts receivable, ensuring timely follow-up on outstanding payments and debtors suspension process, resolving discrepancies and queries promptly.
• Process and reconcile Netcash bank statements.
• Prepare weekly payment batches.
• Update insurance policy on new assets purchased and manage insurance claims process.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including preparation of Management Accounts and reports as needed.
• Prepare statutory tax returns, including VAT, Income Tax, and Provisional Tax.
• Contribute to process improvements and efficiency enhancements within the accounting function.
• Assist with the preparation of the annual external audit.
• Manage ad hoc projects, queries, and analyses as needed.
• Maintain positive stakeholder relationships.

Skills:

• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to accuracy and precision.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.

Minimum Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Previous experience or internship in an accounting role preferred; minimum of 2 years.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Working knowledge of IFRS.
• Working towards an accounting qualification, such as ACCA, CIMA, etc.
• Experience in working with Xero would be advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Area: Somerset West

Salary: R19 000-R22 000 CTC per month.

Starting date: As soon as possible.

Please apply online if you meet the necessary requirements and believe this is an opportunity you will thrive in.

If you have not been contacted within 14 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.