Junior Accountant (Commercial)

Job Title: Junior Accountant
Location: Bryanston, South Africa
Company: Hire Resolve

Position Overview:
Our client is looking for a Junior Accountant to join their dynamic and fast-paced finance team. This opportunity is ideal for a recent graduate who has completed their SAIPA Articles, or a SAICA-qualified accountant with 1-2 years of post-articles experience (or more, depending on salary alignment). The ideal candidate will have a passion for accounting, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a social, sports-friendly office culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full bookkeeping duties, including VAT, reconciliations, and general ledger management.
• Preparation of financial statements and management accounts.
• Overseeing payroll processes (experience with SimplePay is a plus).
• Assisting with financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Ensuring compliance with tax regulations and accounting standards.
• Utilizing Xero (upcoming implementation) and Microsoft Dynamics Nav (currently in use).
• Supporting internal finance operations within a marketing or hospitality-focused environment.

Key Requirements:

• Qualifications & Experience:
• SAIPA Candidates: Recently completed SAIPA Articles.
• SAICA Candidates: Completed SAICA Articles with 1-2 years of post-articles experience (or more, depending on salary alignment).
• Preference: Candidates not currently registered as a CA(SA).
• Experience in accounting, audit, or finance sectors (excluding banking or highly conservative environments).
• Exposure to the marketing or hospitality industry is beneficial but not essential.
• Skills & Competencies:
• Proficiency in Xero, SimplePay, and Microsoft Dynamics Nav (or a willingness to learn).
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping, VAT, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team in a social and engaging office setting.
• Afrikaans-speaking hugely advantageous, as the office culture operates primarily in Afrikaans.
• A personality that fits the office culture—enthusiasm for Rugby, Cricket, and a relaxed, team-oriented atmosphere is a plus!

Company Culture & Environment:

• The team is social, energetic, and passionate about sports—rugby and cricket games are often featured on the office TV!
• A relaxed yet professional work environment that values teamwork and collaboration.

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

• Apply for this role today, contact Kay-Leen Recruiter at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn 
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: [email protected]
• Alternatively, you can also contact me directly at [email protected]
• When applying via email please use “Junior Accountant (Sports)” as the subject line

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.