Sygnia is an innovative FinTech company based in South Africa and listed on the main board of the JSE. The company provides asset management, stockbroking and administration services, as well as a wide range of savings products, to institutional and retail clients. All that we do is supported by leading-edge technology platforms

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join our finance team. This role supports the broader finance function through accurate processing, reconciliations, and assistance to senior accountants across the team.

The Junior Accountant will be responsible for day-to-day accounting and finance administration, including invoicing, payments, reconciliations, and debtors and creditors management. The ideal candidate will have completed SAIPA articles or have 3 years’ experience in an accounting or finance role and be eager to develop their technical skills while gaining exposure to a broad range of accounting functions within a financial services environment.

The duties and responsibilities of this position include (but are not limited to):

Accounting & Finance Support

• Maintain accurate financial records and assist with preparation of accounts up to trial balance
• Assist senior accountants with month-end and year-end close processes
• Capture journals, accruals, and supporting documentation
• Perform balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations as required

Invoicing, Debtors & Creditors

• Raise and process customer invoices
• Manage supplier invoices and ensure accurate capturing and allocation
• Perform debtor and creditor reconciliations
• Follow up on outstanding customer balances and support collections processes
• Maintain supplier and customer master data

Payments & Cash Management

• Prepare and raise payment batches on banking systems
• Support daily cash flow monitoring and cash management activities

Tax & Compliance Support

• Assist with VAT calculations and submissions
• Support compliance with SARS requirements and internal policies
• Maintain accurate supporting documentation for tax and audit purposes

Audit & Governance

• Maintain proper filing and documentation of financial records
• Assist with internal and external audit requests
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and finance policies

Role Qualifications and Experience:

• BCom Accounting or related qualification
• SAIPA articles or 3 years’ experience in an accounting or finance role
• Exposure to debtors, creditors, invoicing, and payment processing
• Basic understanding of general ledger reconciliations
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience working with SAGE Evolution would be advantageous
• Experience within the financial services industry would be advantageous

Core Competencies Required:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Willingness to learn and take ownership of tasks
• Good organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to work well within a team
• Professional communication skills