Senior Bookkeeper / Junior Accountant (4 Positions)

About the role

A growing accounting practice in Melrose, Johannesburg, is hiring four experienced Senior Bookkeepers or Junior Accountants ahead of the February 2027 tax year-end. The client works with a diverse portfolio of small and medium-sized businesses and individual clients, and the positions are offered on a hybrid basis.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare management accounts for SMEs and individual clients.
• Manage bookkeeping and accounting requirements.
• Handle VAT calculations, reconciliations and related submissions.
• Assist with tax-related accounting requirements.
• Maintain accurate financial records and reconciliations.
• Ensure financial information is prepared accurately and within required deadlines.

Required profile

• 5 to 8 years of solid bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Proven ability to prepare management accounts.
• Experience working with SME accounting requirements.
• Ability to work accurately and independently while managing deadlines.
• Highly advantageous: previous experience in a SAIPA professional practice or an accounting firm.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of South African tax and VAT requirements.
• Solid Excel skills.

What we offer

• Remuneration of R430 000.
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• The chance to work with a variety of clients in a growing professional environment.

Applications are made through the recruiter; appointments are needed before the February 2027 tax year-end.