Jnr. SAIPA Accountant at Perfect Placement Recruitment

• We are looking for a Junior SAIPA Accountant to join a dynamic financial services environment in Pretoria. The successful candidate will have recently completed their SAIPA articles and will work closely with the Senior Accountant, assisting with the day-to-day accounting and financial functions of the business.
• The company operates within the private credit and asset management sector, providing funding solutions to established mid-market businesses and infrastructure projects, while connecting institutional investors with investment opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Senior Accountant with day-to-day accounting functions
• Prepare and process accounting entries and journals
• Assist with monthly management accounts and financial reporting
• Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations
• Assist with accounts payable and receivable
• Assist with cash flow monitoring and reporting
• Prepare supporting schedules for month-end and year-end reporting
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation
• Assist with audit and statutory requirements
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders where required
• Provide general accounting and financial support to the Senior Accountant

Requirements

• SAIPA articles completed
• Relevant BCom Accounting / Accounting degree or equivalent
• Newly qualified or recently completed articles
• Strong accounting fundamentals
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Good organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently while also supporting a senior team member
• Strong communication skills
• Professional and willing to learn

Ideal Candidate

• This role would suit a recently qualified SAIPA professional who is looking to develop their accounting career in a professional financial services environment, gain practical commercial exposure and grow under the guidance of an experienced Senior Accountant.