Junior Accountant
Port Elizabeth

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Accountant to join our finance team based in Port Elizabeth/Gqeberha. The successful candidate will support the Finance Director in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports, ensuring compliance with South African accounting standards, and assisting with cost control within a manufacturing environment.

This role is ideal for a suitably qualified candidate who is capable of handling day-to-day accounting functions independently while contributing positively to the finance department.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Record Keeping

Capture and reconcile financial transactions, including sales, purchases, and expenses in accordance with company procedures.
Maintain general ledger entries and ensure the accuracy of trial balances.

Financial Reporting

Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and statements.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

Process supplier invoices and customer billing.
Follow up on outstanding customer payments.
Reconcile supplier and customer accounts.

Compliance & Statutory Submissions

Assist with VAT and other statutory submissions to SARS.
Ensure compliance with IFRS and South African accounting standards.

Payroll Assistance

Support payroll processing and related statutory submissions, including PAYE, UIF, and SDL.

Bank Reconciliations & Cash Flow

Prepare bank reconciliations.
Assist in monitoring company cash flow.

Audit Support

Assist with internal and external audits by preparing schedules and supporting documentation.

Inventory & Costing Support

Assist with monitoring raw material and finished goods inventory.
Support accurate product costing processes within the manufacturing environment.

Budgeting & Forecasting

Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis when required.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

3-year Accounting Degree or Diploma (e.g. BCom Accounting or equivalent).

Experience

Minimum 3 years’ accounting experience.

Skills & Knowledge

Knowledge of South African tax laws and compliance requirements.
Proficiency in accounting software such as Sage or Pastel.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP.
Strong administrative and organizational abilities.
Excellent attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Valid driver’s license.

Additional Information

Candidates are not required to have completed articles.
An accounting qualification is preferred.