Junior Accountant

Helderberg Personnel

Location
Johannesburg, Western Cape
Minimum qualification
Bachelor's degree
Closing date

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In brief

Overview This is a Junior Accountant role at Helderberg Personnel. The position involves key accounting responsibilities and operates in a dynamic work environment with varying activity levels, requiring the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize workloads, and meet deadlines with accuracy, often with minimal supervision. What you will do * Financial Statements * Accounting processing and financial reporting * VAT Management * Income Tax submissions and Tax Administration * Training and mentorship Requirements (from the original advert) * Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance * Computer literate (Microsoft – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) * Experience in Caseware Essential * Digital accounting systems experience (Xero) * Experienced with digital communication systems (e.g., Teams, Zoom) * Good communication and time management skills * Cognitive ability to learn and understand quickly * Interpersonal skills (e.g., telephone skills, communication skills, active listening, customer care) * Ability to multi-task and adapt to changes quickly * Self-motivated and able to work independently * Ability to forge strong, long-lasting relationships with team members and clients * Proficient with general office applications * Skill in preparing written communications and materials * Problem solving skills essential * Attention to Detail * Able to work independently and with high accuracy levels Who should apply The ideal candidate is someone with a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, who is computer literate across various office and digital communication systems, and has essential experience with Caseware and digital accounting systems like Xero. This individual should possess strong interpersonal skills, including effective communication and customer care, and demonstrate a cognitive ability to quickly learn and understand new information. They must be self-motivated, able to work independently with high accuracy and attention to detail, and capable of multi-tasking and adapting to changes in a fast-paced environment. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to build lasting relationships are also key. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/junior-accountant-helderberg-personnel-3 Source: myjobmag

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At a glance

  • At least 3 years of experience.
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Xero
  • Customer service

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Job description

Key Performance Areas: * Financial Statements * Accounting processing and financial reporting * VAT Management * Income Tax submissions and Tax Administration * Training and mentorship Competencies and abilities * Cognitive ability to learn and understand quickly * Interpersonal skills: such as telephone skills, communication skills, active listening, and customer care * Ability to multi-task and adapt to changes quickly * Self-motivated and able to work independently * Ability to forge strong, long-lasting relationships with team members and clients * Proficient with general office applications * Skill in preparing written communications and materials * Problem solving skills essential * Attention to Detail * Able to work independently and with high accuracy levels Work Environment * High activity levels with peak and low periods * Manage multiple tasks simulations, prioritise workloads and meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail * Minimal supervision and self-reliance are important (self-motivated) Qualifications and Experience * Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance * Computer literate (Microsoft – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) * Experience in Caseware Essential * Digital accounting systems experience (Xero) * Experienced with digital communication systems, i.e. Teams, Zoom * Good communication and time management skills

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