Junior Accountant / Bookkeeper

About

A busy accounting firm based in Pretoria East is looking for a Junior Accountant / Bookkeeper to join our team immediately. The successful candidate will assist with payroll administration, SARS submissions, compliance work and general accounting administration.

This position is ideal for someone with bookkeeping or junior accounting experience in an accounting practice environment.

Responsibilities

Working Hours: 07:30 – 16:00 (Monday – Friday)

Key Responsibilities

Payroll & Labour Related

• Processing monthly payrolls
• EMP201 submissions
• Workman’s Compensation administration when required
• General labour-related administrative duties

Compliance & Annual Administration

• CIPC annual returns
• Beneficial Ownership submissions
• COIDA Return of Earnings submissions

SARS Registrations & Administration

• Tax representative changes
• VAT registrations
• PAYE / UIF / SDL registrations

Personal Tax

• Assisting with personal tax clients
• Completion of outstanding 2025 tax year returns
• Tax returns for multiple employees and individuals each year

Accounting Administration (Sage)

• Preparing and sending customer statements
• Following up on outstanding debtor balances
• Assisting with bank capturing on Sage when required

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant experience in Accounting / Bookkeeping of at least 3 years (Diploma or Degree advantageous, or busy studying toward a relevant Diploma or Degree)
• Experience working in an accounting firm will be beneficial
• Knowledge of SARS compliance, submissions and payroll
• Experience with Sage Accounting software will be advantageous
• Strong administrative and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Personal Attributes

• Attention to detail
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure during deadlines

Remuneration

Market Related