Junior Bookkeeper/ Accountant

Junior Bookkeeper/Accountant

Recruiter

Six Sense Consulting

Job Ref

SSC001187/AK

Date posted

Monday, June 22, 2026

Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary

Annually

SUMMARY

A professional services legal practice require a Junior Bookkeeper/Accountant who would work closely with and report to our current Accountant, so strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively within the existing team structure would be important.

POSITION INFO

Key Duties & Responsibilities: Daily Transaction Processing: Recording cashbook transactions and capturing Reconciliations: Performing monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate financial data SARS Compliance: Preparing and submitting VAT returns and managing payroll components like PAYE, UIF and SDL Financial Reporting: Producing monthly management accounts, including trial balances, income statements, balance sheet, and reconciling system reports. General Administration: Maintaining accurate filing systems, handling queries and assisting with year-end audit files for external auditors Required Skills and Qualifications: Software Proficiency: Strong experience in Pastel Education: A Certificate, Diploma or Degree in Financial Accounting Compliance Knowledge: Thorough understanding of South African tax laws (VAT, SARS) and accounting principles Competencies: High attention to detail, accuracy and strong organizational skills 3-5 years Experience Fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans Please note that if you have not received a response within 14 days of submitting your application that your application was unsuccessful. However, please keep a lookout on our website, for available positions which may be inline with your career aspirations.