Accountant

4 days ago

Soweto, Gauteng, South Africa Discovery Limited Full time R150 000 - R250 000 per year

About Discovery VitalityLife
Discovery's core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

Key Purpose

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Accountant to support our finance team with day-to-day accounting tasks. The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of accounting principles and a willingness to learn and grow within the role.
Areas Of Responsibility May Include But Not Limited To

  • Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports
  • Record and reconcile financial transactions in the general ledger for all cost centres.
  • Generate monthly invoices for all recharges and maintain invoice schedules
  • Assets and Schedule Management – Oversee asset/software maintenance and travel schedules.
  • Process accounts payable and accounts receivable
  • Support month-end and year-end close processes
  • Maintain accurate financial records and documentation
  • Assist with audits and tax preparations
  • Perform bank reconciliations and all other general ledger balances
  • Manage petty cash process.
  • Maintain SOP documentation, manage vacancy lists, support HC queries and monitor leave balance.
  • Provide administrative support to the finance department as needed

Personal Attributes and Skills
Behavioral competencies

  • Customer Service Orientation
  • Leadership & teamwork
  • Negotiation skills
  • Time Management
  • Logistical Analysis
  • Professional Communication (written, verbal/presenting and listening)
  • Creativeness
  • Innovation
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Tenacity
  • Risk Management
  • Conflict Resolution

Education
and
Experience

  • Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 1–2 years of accounting experience (entry-level roles preferred)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Sage, OneStream)
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Good time management.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills,
  • Ability to think outside the box and problem solve.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

*Preferred Skills*

  • Familiarity with IFRS or GAAP
  • Experience with financial reporting tools
  • Basic understanding of tax regulations and compliance

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

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