Financial Services

Junior Accounts

MSP Staffing·Cape Town CBD, south-africa·Default
Financial Servicesentry-levelDefault
-Closes Nov 21, 2026

An established accounting firm is looking for a Junior Accountant to assist with smaller audits, financial statement preparation and tax compliance for companies and individuals.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with smaller audit engagements.

Compile financial statements.

Prepare and submit tax returns for individuals and companies.

Assist with general accounting and tax-related duties.

Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with relevant requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

Accounting or finance qualification, or currently studying towards a relevant degree.

Fluent in Afrikaans and English.

Basic knowledge of auditing, financial statements and tax returns.

Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

Good communication skills and willingness to learn.

Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Should you meet the minimum requirements for this position, you can forward your comprehensive CV to [Email Address Removed]. Alternatively, you can phone the team on [Phone Number Removed];For more finance jobs, visit our website on [URL Removed]Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Desired Skills:

Strong attention

organisational

Junior Accountant

At a glance

Company

MSP Staffing

Location

Cape Town CBD, south-africa

Employment

Default

Experience

entry-level

Valid until

November 21, 2026

Created

October 18, 2026

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