Junior Accountant, East London

East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa

https://www.mncjobs.co.za/company/sheldon-recruitment

Job Description

We are seeking a Junior Accountant for a permanent role based in East London, Eastern Cape.
Applicants are required to meet the following criteria:

Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (or studying towards one)
Minimum 1-2 years' accounting experience with exposure to administration
Good understanding of accounting principles and basic payroll processes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Experience with accounting software - Xero Accounting
Strong organisational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail

The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:
Accounting Support

Assist with daily accounting functions (capturing invoices, reconciliations, petty cash, general ledger updates)
Assist with month-end reporting and preparation of supporting schedules
Provide support during audits and tax compliance processes

Payroll & Employee Support

Assist with payroll-related functions such as leave management, overtime records, and staff queries (not full payroll processing)

Administrative Functions

Draft and prepare business correspondence, letters, and internal Communication
Manage and update training records for staff
Support management with document preparation, filing, and record-keeping
General office administration to ensure smooth day-to-day operations

Salary: Market related
To apply email detailed CV and all supporting documentation as well as salary requirements through to
If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful