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Johannesburg: Junior Accountant (Commercial) posted by Hire Resolve

Junior Accountant (Commercial)

Posted on 2025-04-10

Employer Hire Resolve
Salary 0
Category Finance Accounting
Location Gauteng  /  Johannesburg

Job Summary

Job Title: Junior Accountant
Location: Bryanston, South Africa
Company: Hire Resolve

Position Overview:
Our client is looking for a Junior Accountant to join their dynamic and fast-paced finance team. This opportunity is ideal for a recent graduate who has completed their SAIPA Articles, or a SAICA-qualified accountant with 1-2 years of post-articles experience (or more, depending on salary alignment). The ideal candidate will have a passion for accounting, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a social, sports-friendly office culture.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Full bookkeeping duties, including VAT, reconciliations, and general ledger management.
  • Preparation of financial statements and management accounts.
  • Overseeing payroll processes (experience with SimplePay is a plus).
  • Assisting with financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
  • Ensuring compliance with tax regulations and accounting standards.
  • Utilizing Xero (upcoming implementation) and Microsoft Dynamics Nav (currently in use).
  • Supporting internal finance operations within a marketing or hospitality-focused environment.

Key Requirements:

  • Qualifications & Experience:
  • SAIPA Candidates: Recently completed SAIPA Articles.
  • SAICA Candidates: Completed SAICA Articles with 1-2 years of post-articles experience (or more, depending on salary alignment).
  • Preference: Candidates not currently registered as a CA(SA).
  • Experience in accounting, audit, or finance sectors (excluding banking or highly conservative environments).
  • Exposure to the marketing or hospitality industry is beneficial but not essential.
  • Skills & Competencies:
  • Proficiency in Xero, SimplePay, and Microsoft Dynamics Nav (or a willingness to learn).
  • Strong understanding of bookkeeping, VAT, payroll, and financial reporting.
  • Excellent attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team in a social and engaging office setting.
  • Afrikaans-speaking hugely advantageous, as the office culture operates primarily in Afrikaans.
  • A personality that fits the office cultureenthusiasm for Rugby, Cricket, and a relaxed, team-oriented atmosphere is a plus!

Company Culture & Environment:

  • The team is social, energetic, and passionate about sportsrugby and cricket games are often featured on the office TV!
  • A relaxed yet professional work environment that values teamwork and collaboration.

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

Posted in Jobs in Gauteng, Jobs in Johannesburg

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