Junior Accounts Assistant - CT

SUMMARY:
Junior Accounts Assistant - R23 000 p/m CTC - Waterfront, CT

POSITION INFO:

Established tourism company is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated individual to assist with bookkeeping, reconciliations, payments, and administrative finance tasks to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. This role is ideal for someone starting their accounting career who is eager to learn and grow within a fast-paced environment!

Key Responsibilities

Debtors & Creditors

• Capture supplier invoices accurately into the accounting system
• Assist with preparing and processing payment runs
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
• Follow up on outstanding invoices and payments

Banking & Reconciliations

• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations
• Allocate payments and receipts correctly
• Assist with foreign currency transactions and allocations

Financial Administration

• Maintain accurate filing (digital and physical) of all financial records
• Assist with preparing financial reports and schedules
• Support month-end and year-end processes
• Ensure all documentation is complete before payments are processed

Support

• Assist with project/job costing where required
• Help track payments against bookings/files
• Assist with audit preparation and SARS-related documentation
• Perform ad hoc finance and admin duties as required

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1–2 years’ relevant experience
• Experience with Xero accounting software
• Strong MS Excel skills

Advantageous

• Experience in tourism / DMC environment
• Understanding of multi-currency transactions
• Exposure to booking or operational systems (e.g. Tourplan)
• Knowledge of VAT basics

Working Conditions

• Office-based role (May be required to assist during peak periods with extended hours )

If you meet the criteria, please send your updated MS Word CV to asap