Cape Town: Junior Accountant (CPT) posted by Datafin

ENVIRONMENT:

AN energetic & self-driven Junior Accountant is wanted to join the Finance team of a reputable Financial Services provider. You will help maintain accurate financial records, assist with month-end and year-end processes, and ensure compliance with IFRS and insurance regulatory requirements. This role is critical in supporting the preparation of financial reports for a funeral insurance business, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Applicants must have Grade 12/Matric, a BCom Accounting or equivalent qualification, 1-2 years post-articles experience in Financial Services with completed SAICA/SAIPA Articles (signed off). You also need a strong understanding of IFRS and basic insurance accounting principles and have proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage X3, Pastel) and MS Excel (pivot tables, lookups, basic dashboards).

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Core Accounting Duties –

Regulatory & Compliance –

Insurance-Specific Duties –

Analytical Reporting –

Audit Support –

Premium Administration Duties:

Premium Allocation –

Cut-Off Dates –

Handle Queries –

Reports –

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Qualifications

Experience/Skills –

Advantageous

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