Junior Accountant

7 minutes ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Communicate Ct Full time
A well-established international company based in the Southern Suburbs is looking for a driven Junior Accountant to join their growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate who has recently completed their SAIPA articles (or holds a finance/accounting degree with 3 years of hands-on experience) and is eager to apply their technical training within a fast-paced commercial setting. In this role, you will take ownership of the Accounts Payable function while gaining broad exposure across the finance department, working closely with the Senior Accountant and Finance Manager. If you are a detail-oriented, analytical, and excited to grow your career within a global organisation, this role offers both stability and long-term development.

Job Description:
As the Junior Accountant, your duties include the following:
Capture and process supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy against purchase orders
Reconcile creditor and supplier accounts to statement
Ensure timely payments and adherence to AP ageing targets
Allocate invoices to correct general ledger accounts and process journals where required
Process and reconcile petty cash in line with company policy
Issue purchase orders and support procurement administration
Ensure all monthly and ad hoc payments
Perform daily Accounts Receivable functions, including emailing invoices and credit notes
Distribute customer statements in line with internal timelines
Assist with month-end project closures and revenue-related processes
Support debtor activities, including accrued income and WIP reporting
Assist with month-end procedures, including accruals and review of open purchase orders
Analyse expense accounts to understand cost drivers and variances
Build and maintain assigned budget accounts
Assist with cash flow and revenue forecasting
Prepare reports and schedules to support management decision-making
Ensure compliance with internal control procedures and corporate governance standards
Provide ad hoc financial support to the Finance Manager and senior finance team
 
Skills & Experience:
Exposure to Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes
Solid foundation in accounting principles and reconciliations
Eagerness to learn and grow within a commercial finance environment

Qualification:
Completed SAIPA articles or relevant accounting degree with approximately 3 years' experience

Contact JENELLE COOKSON on Ref number: CTF022188.
 
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