Junior Accountant, Port Elizabeth

Job Overview: 

The Junior Accountant will support the Finance Director in maintaining accurate
financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with South African
accounting standards and assisting with cost control in a manufacturing environment. The candidate is expected to handle day -to - day accounting tasks independently. This role is ideal for a suitably qualified detail - oriented individual. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Financial record keeping: Capture and reconcile financial transactions, including sales, purchases and expenses in accordance with company processes. Maintain general ledger entries and ensure accuracy of trial balances.
• Reporting: Assist with preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Accounts payable and receivable: Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, including supplier invoices, customer billing and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Compliance: Assist with VAT, and other statutory submissions to SARS. Ensure compliance with IFRS and local accounting standards.
• Payroll assistance: Support payroll processing and statutory submissions (PAYE, UIF, SDL).
• Bank reconciliation: Monitor cash flow and prepare bank reconciliations.
• Audit preparation: Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and schedules.
• Inventory and costing support: Assist in monitoring raw material and finished goods inventory, ensuring accurate costing of products.
• Other: Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis as and when required.

Minimum Requirements: 

• 3-year accounting degree / diploma (e.g. BCOM Accounting)
• 3 years accounting experience. 
• Knowledge of South African tax laws and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, Pastel).
• Advanced MS Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
• Strong administrative abilities and skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem - solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good verbal and written communication skills. 
• Valid driver’s license.