Assistant Accountant

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR008810/Arist

Date posted:

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment? We are looking for a hands-on Junior Accountant to join our finance team and play a key role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and smooth running of critical financial and administrative processes within the business.

POSITION INFO:
Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

Relevant Accounting qualification, or related discipline
Minimum of 2–3 years’ relevant accounting experience
High attention to detail with strong accuracy
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines
Results-driven with a proactive work ethic
The accounting equation: Assets = Equity + Liabilities
Bank reconciliations
The accounting cycle (process)
Journal entries (debit/credit) & posting to the ledger
Trial balance
Financial statements

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If you have not received feedback within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be retained on our database for future suitable opportunities.

For more information, contact:
Arista Palin
Specialist Recruitment Consultant

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