Junior Accountant

About the Company

This opportunity is with a well-established and fast-growing business operating in the health, fitness, and wellness sector. The company is a leading provider of premium gym equipment, boutique fitness centres, and family-focused recreational facilities, with multiple branches across South Africa and a growing international footprint.

Driven by innovation, community impact, and a strong wellness culture, the business continues to expand its operations while maintaining a people-first approach. Finance plays a critical role in supporting this growth, ensuring strong financial governance and accuracy across a dynamic, multi-branch environment.

As part of this journey, the company is looking to appoint a Junior Accountant who is eager to develop their career within a collaborative, energetic, and health-conscious organisation.

Job Overview

This role is ideally suited to a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant who is keen to grow within a fast-paced commercial environment. You will support the senior finance team across core accounting functions, including transactional processing, reconciliations, reporting support, and tax compliance.

Beyond technical ability, the team values individuals who communicate confidently, take accountability for their work, and are comfortable operating in a social, people-driven business. A natural interest in fitness and healthy living is strongly aligned with the company culture and is considered a key advantage.

Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Record Keeping

• Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records across all transactions
• Perform monthly bank and internal account reconciliations

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

• Process supplier invoices and ensure payments are made accurately and on time
• Manage customer payments and follow up on outstanding accounts
• Maintain accurate debtor records and reconcile customer statements

Financial Reporting Support

• Assist the Senior Accountant and Financial Manager with the analysis of financial data
• Support the preparation of internal financial reports as required

Tax & Compliance

• Process VAT transactions in line with the applicable VAT Act
• Ensure accurate VAT treatment, including claimable expenses and compliance requirements

Audit Support

• Prepare and provide supporting documentation for audit purposes
• Assist with audit-related queries and reporting requirements

General Finance Administration

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the finance department
• Assist senior finance team members as required across accounting functions

Minimum Requirements

• BCom Accounting Degree with 1–2 years’ accounting experience OR Diploma in Accounting with 1–2 years’ accounting experience
• Solid understanding of bookkeeping and core accounting principles
• Hands-on experience with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
• Exposure to audit processes and supporting documentation
• Strong VAT knowledge, including transactional VAT and compliance
• Experience using accounting software (Xero preferred; Pastel or QuickBooks also considered)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including:
  • Exporting and analysing financial data
  • Using functions such as VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP (Pivot Tables advantageous)
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Foundational understanding of IFRS (advantageous)
• Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills

Personal Attributes

• Proactive, eager to learn, and committed to professional growth
• Reliable, honest, and accountable for work and outcomes
• Comfortable working independently and within a team
• High ethical standards and respect for confidentiality
• Naturally fitness-conscious and aligned with a healthy, active lifestyle
• Confident communicator who thrives in a social, people-oriented environment

Why Join this Team?

• Work within a growing, purpose-driven company in the health and wellness space
• Gain exposure across a broad range of finance functions
• Be part of a supportive, energetic, and collaborative culture
• Enjoy free access to gym facilities and membership benefits
• Build a strong foundation for long-term career progression

How to Apply?

If you are looking to grow your accounting career within a business that values accuracy, accountability, and wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you.

Email your CV to charne@skillzpage.com and use "Junior Accountant" in the subject line.

(If you don’t hear from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.)