Accounting Intern

Role Overview

Join an accounting team as a motivated and detail-oriented intern. The role suits someone with a strong interest in accounting and finance, good computer skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Capture and process accounting transactions and allocations accurately.
• Assist with bookkeeping and general accounting duties.
• Assist with reconciliations, reports and accounting records.
• Assist the accounting team with administrative and client-related tasks.
• Maintain accurate and organised financial documentation.
• Assist with SARS, CIPC and other compliance-related work where required.
• Perform general data-capturing and Excel-related tasks.
• Learn and apply accounting procedures and company processes.
• Communicate with team members and assist with client queries when required.

Qualifications and Skills

• Currently studying or have completed a qualification in Accounting, Finance, Financial Management or a related field.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Strong computer literacy and willingness to learn accounting software and systems.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy when capturing information.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Positive, professional team-player attitude.
• Willingness to learn and take instruction.
• Previous accounting or bookkeeping experience advantageous but not essential.