Junior Accountant / Graduate Accountant

Location: Melrose Arch / Midrand, Johannesburg, Gauteng
Salary: Up to R20,000 per month
Start Date: 1 January 2027
Industry: Financial Services | Investment Holdings | Technology
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Introduction

An established investment holding company operating across the financial services and technology sectors is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant / Graduate Accountant to join its finance team.

This opportunity is ideal for a recent Accounting or Finance graduate looking to gain valuable practical experience in a professional, fast-paced corporate environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with experienced finance professionals, supporting daily accounting operations, financial administration, reconciliations and reporting while developing their technical accounting skills.

Duties & Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Administration

• Assist with daily accounting transactions and general financial administration.
• Process invoices, payments, receipts and other financial transactions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Support the preparation and maintenance of general ledger accounts.
• Assist with capturing and verifying financial information.

Reconciliations & Reporting

• Assist with bank, supplier and customer account reconciliations.
• Investigate and resolve basic reconciliation discrepancies.
• Support month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Assist with preparing financial reports and supporting schedules.
• Maintain accurate financial documentation and filing systems.
• Assist with financial data analysis using Microsoft Excel.

Finance Team Support

• Respond to internal financial queries and assist with resolving account-related issues.
• Work closely with the finance and operations teams to ensure accurate financial processing.
• Assist with audit preparation and supporting documentation.
• Support compliance with internal financial policies and procedures.
• Participate in ad-hoc finance projects and administrative tasks.

Desired Experience & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Completed Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Financial Accounting, Finance or a closely related field.
• Recent graduate or junior accounting professional.
• Approximately 0–2 years of relevant accounting or finance experience.
• Sound understanding of basic accounting principles and financial processes.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong numerical ability and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Available to commence employment on 1 January 2027.

Advantageous

• BCom Accounting or BCom Financial Accounting qualification.
• Exposure to accounting software such as Sage, Xero, Pastel or similar.
• Previous internship, graduate programme or junior finance experience.
• Basic knowledge of VAT, general ledger reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Strong academic results.

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• A proactive, self-motivated approach to work.
• A strong willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• High levels of integrity, reliability and professionalism.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• The ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• A commitment to accuracy and confidentiality.

Package & Remuneration

• Salary: Maximum R20,000 per month, dependent on qualifications and experience.
• Employment: Permanent, full-time position.
• Commencement: 1 January 2027.
• Opportunity to gain practical experience within an established investment holding environment.
• Exposure to financial services, investment and technology operations.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.