Junior Bookkeeper

Johannesburg
Salary: R8 333.00 - R16 667.00 Per Month
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Accounting
Reference: 172005

Apply before Apr 20 2026 | 60 Days left

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Vacancy Details

Employer: Hire Resolve

Career Opportunity: Junior Bookkeeper

Job Title: Junior Bookkeeper

Location: Sunninghill, Sandton (Gauteng)

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time

Industry: Financial Services / Professional Services

Salary: Market Related

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional with a passion for accuracy and a strong foundation in bookkeeping?

We are seeking a Junior Bookkeeper to join a dynamic team in Sunninghill. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated individual with 1–3 years of experience to take ownership of the bookkeeping function up to the Trial Balance stage within a professional and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

Full Function Bookkeeping: Process financial transactions accurately up to the Trial Balance stage.
Accounts Payable & Receivable: Manage supplier invoices, reconciliations, and age analysis, while ensuring timely collections from debtors.
Bank Reconciliations: Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations across multiple accounts.
VAT & Tax Support: Assist with the preparation and submission of VAT returns and maintain tax-related documentation.
Reporting: Assist in preparing monthly management accounts and ensuring all financial records are kept up to date.
Administrative Support: Provide general financial administrative support to the senior accounting team as required.

Minimum Requirements

Experience: 1–3 years of hands-on bookkeeping experience.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Pastel, Xero, or Sage) and MS Excel.
Education: Minimum of a Matric certificate; a Diploma or Certificate in Bookkeeping/Accounting is highly preferred.
Language: Bilingual in English and Afrikaans is preferred to facilitate effective communication with a diverse client base.
Logistics: Own reliable vehicle and a valid driver’s license are essential for this role.
Attributes: High level of integrity, strong organizational skills, and a "can-do" attitude.

How to Apply

Apply Today!

If you meet the requirements and are ready to grow your career in a fast-paced Sunninghill firm:

📧 Email: lidene.pienaar@hireresolve.us

🌐 Apply online: www.hireresolve.co.za

📌 Reference: JrBookkeeper_Sun_2026

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About Hire Resolve

Hire Resolve removes the stress of the career search by understanding you as an individual. We take more than just your qualifications into account, considering factors like your salary and benefits expectations as well as your preferred workplace culture to ensure that we find the perfect opportunities to meet your unique needs.

As a specialist recruitment agency, we focus on the Engineering, Finance, IT, Mining, Manufacturing, and Logistics industries. Our team of recruitment consultants is well-versed and highly networked in the industries in which they operate and are dedicated to ensuring that every placement is a perfect fit.