Junior Accountant (Remote) at JN Recruitment
JN Recruitment · Gauteng, South Africa · Remote
Overview
Join a dynamic accounting firm as a Junior Accountant and work remotely from anywhere in South Africa. You will handle bookkeeping, draft financial statements, and use Xero daily. Perfect for a young accountant with 1 to 2 years of experience who wants to grow in a supportive team. The role offers a permanent position with a salary of R9,000 per month.
About the role
This is a remote role for a Junior Accountant at an accounting firm. You will be responsible for day to day bookkeeping and accounting tasks, including processing invoices, bank transactions, and reconciliations. You will maintain accurate financial records and assist with monthly management accounts and financial reporting. Drafting annual financial statements is a key part of the job, along with assisting with VAT returns and statutory submissions. You will also perform balance sheet reconciliations and help with month end and year end processes.
This position is fully remote, so you can work from home. The firm offers a great team environment with opportunities to enhance and grow your skills and experience.
Requirements
- Relevant Accounting qualification
- 1 to 2 years of relevant accounting experience
- Solid experience in bookkeeping and drafting financial statements
- Proficiency in Xero is essential
- Experience with Draftworx will be advantageous
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
Responsibilities
- Perform day to day bookkeeping and accounting functions
- Process invoices, bank transactions and reconciliations
- Maintain accurate financial records and general ledger accounts
- Assist with monthly management accounts and financial reporting
- Draft annual financial statements
- Assist with VAT returns and statutory submissions
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations and assist with month end and year end processes
Job details
- Organisation
- JN Recruitment
- Location
- Gauteng, South Africa (Remote)
- Job type
- Full time
- Work arrangement
- Remote
- Experience level
- Junior (1+ years)
- Education
- Diploma
- Salary
- R9k / monthly
- Category
- Accounting & Finance
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
To stand out for this Junior Accountant role, make sure your CV clearly shows your hands on experience with Xero and drafting financial statements. Since the job is remote, highlight your ability to manage your time and work independently. In your interview, be ready to talk about how you handle reconciliations and VAT returns. Also, read up on Draftworx to show you are proactive. This is a great chance to grow your accounting career with a supportive team, so apply with confidence.
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