Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst

Our client is a well-established company in the financial services sector providing a range of investment and advisory solutions. They are looking for a Junior Accountant to join their finance team in Paarl. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual who wants to grow their accounting career in a professional dynamic environment.

• Capture and process day-to-day financial transactions in the general ledger.
• Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable ledgers.
• Prepare and post journal entries .
• Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations .
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Support the preparation of management accounts and financial statements .
• Liaise with auditors during annual audits .
• Ensure compliance with company policies accounting standards and relevant legislation (e.g. IFRS Companies Act).
• Assist with VAT PAYE and other statutory submissions .
• Provide ad hoc accounting and administrative support to the finance team.

• National Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance or related field.
• 12 years accounting experience preferably within the financial services industry (e.g. investments insurance asset management).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and basic financial reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and familiar with accounting software such as Pastel Sage or Xero .
• Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Good time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality .

• Studying toward a professional accounting qualification (SAIPA SAICA or similar).
• Knowledge of regulatory reporting in financial services.
• Experience assisting with audit preparation or management reporting .

• Reliable self-motivated and eager to learn.
• Analytical thinker with problem-solving skills.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Professional and well-organised approach to work.

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• Internal Audit
• Accounting Tally
• General Ledger Accounting
• External Audit
• Microsoft Excel
• PMP
• Financial Accounting
• Financial Analysis
• Payroll
• Financial Recouncilation
• Financial statement
• Accounting and Finance
• ACCA
• CPA
• Financial Reporting

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Experience:

years

Vacancy: 1