Student/ Junior Accountant

Introduction

Our client in the property industry is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Student / Junior Accountant to join their finance team in Stellenbosch. This role is ideal for a candidate who has completed or is currently completing an accounting qualification and is looking to build a long-term career within the property sector.

The successful candidate will assist with the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring accurate financial records, supporting month-end processes, and maintaining compliance with accounting standards and company policies.

Duties & Responsibilities

Financial Administration

• Process daily financial transactions accurately and timeously.

• Prepare and capture journal entries.

• Maintain the general ledger and supporting schedules.

• Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations.

• Assist with month-end and year-end financial processes.

• Ensure financial records are accurate and up to date.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Process supplier invoices and payments.

• Reconcile supplier statements.

• Assist with debtor invoicing and collections.

• Resolve supplier and customer account queries.

• Allocate receipts and payments accurately.

Property Accounting Support

• Assist with property income and expense reconciliations.

• Support tenant billing and rental reconciliations.

• Process municipal and utility charges where applicable.

• Assist with lease-related financial administration.

• Prepare financial information relating to property portfolios.

Financial Reporting

• Assist with monthly management reports.

• Prepare supporting schedules for financial statements.

• Compile VAT schedules and supporting documentation.

• Assist with audit preparation and external audit requests.

• Ensure compliance with company financial policies.

Compliance & Administration

• Maintain accurate accounting records.

• File and archive financial documentation.

• Assist with statutory submissions where required.

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the finance department.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Qualifications

• BCom Accounting, Accounting Diploma, or similar qualification.

• Candidates currently studying towards a SAICA, SAIPA, or CIMA qualification are encouraged to apply.

Experience

• 0–2 years' accounting or finance experience.

• Experience within the property industry will be advantageous.

• Internship or articles experience will be beneficial.

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Excel (Intermediate).

• Experience working on accounting software (Sage, Xero, Pastel, QuickBooks, or similar).

• Strong numerical and analytical skills.

• Understanding of accounting principles.

• Knowledge of VAT and reconciliations.

Package & Remuneration

R25 000 - R35 000