Junior Accountant (Stellenbosch)

Job Advert Summary

Are you ready to take the next step in your career with an esteemed auditing firm? Moore Stellenbosch is seeking a motivated Junior Accountant to join our dynamic team. We are passionate about fostering your growth and success, offering mentorship, resources, and a culture of inclusivity and collaboration.

As the Junior Accountant of Moore Stellenbosch, you will be primarily responsible for performing various finance-related tasks such as keeping financial records, managing the Profsoft database, processing Client fees, processing bank transactions on Xero Accounting, managing Debtors, and maintaining an excellent relationship with clients to ensure payments reflect on time for the company.

Minimum Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS
Accounting diploma or graduate degree (SAIPA, CIMA or SAICA Traineeship is a plus)

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

1. Fully bilingual (English and Afrikaans)
2. Good interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build relationships
3. Strong administrative and time management skills
4. Ability to take initiative and to multi-task
5. Good computer skills (MS Excel, Profsoft, Xero accounting)
6. Good attention to detail, well organised and structured
7. Self-motivated
8. Ability to work independently
9. Ability to work under pressure within time constraints
10. Hardworking

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

1. Minimum of 3 years in an accounting or administrative role
2. Knowledge of Xero and/or Profsoft will be advantageous

Duties and Responsibilities

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE AND AD HOC ACCOUNTING DUTIES

1. Daily processing of Tax invoices and Credit notes
2. Timely communication of fees to clients
3. Accurate fee summaries, debtor reconciliations, and allocations in Xero

DEBTORS AND FEE COLLECTION DUTIES

1. Oversee the complete debtors process, ensuring timely payments
2. Regular follow-up communication with debtors and accurate tracking via Excel
3. Provide timely updates to directors on debtors’ status

MANAGEMENT OF PROFSOFT DATABASE DUTIES

1. Add new clients, make updates, and process data
2. Ensure new clients receive relevant newsletters and appointment letters
3. Maintain records, such as lockdown dates and PIS

TRANSACTION PROCESSING DUTIES

1. Accurately process bank transactions on Xero Accounting

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS DUTIES

1. Coordinate flight, accommodation, and car rentals for staff

Due to possible growth, internal changes, or restructuring, along with the rapidly changing work environment, the above responsibilities incl. any other reasonable responsibilities or duties that you may be required to perform from time to time.