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Our client, a leader in their field, is looking for a Junior Accountant to join their finance team based in Joburg North . Reporting to the Group Financial Manager, this is an excellent opportunity for a BCom graduate with solid accounting experience to join a dynamic and growing business. What you’ll be responsible for: Managing day-to-day financial transactions and accounting records Preparing and processing journal entries and maintaining the general ledger Assisting with monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting Monitoring and reporting on cash flow Assisting with budgeting and forecasting Assisting with VAT submissions and other statutory requirements Preparing financial reports and information for management Supporting internal and external audits Maintaining accurate and well-organised financial documentation What we’re looking for: BCom degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field 5+ years’ relevant bookkeeping or accounting experience Strong Microsoft Excel skills Strong communication skills Apply now! Disclaimer Thank you for submitting your CV. We will assess your suitability for the existing vacancies and retain your CV in our database in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Policy. We will contact you should your CV be suitable for any available positions. You have the right to “Opt-Out” of electronic communications from us at any time and you also have the right to request us to delete your information by sending a request to [Email Address Removed] . If you do not wish us to retain your details, please advise us and your details will be deleted from our records. Desired Skills: BCom Recons Reconciliations General ledger
11,726 accountant jobs open right now — here's where
Most are in the US, but your next role might be somewhere unexpected.
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3.242US
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Right now there are 11,726 open accountant positions on WorkMundi. The US leads with 3,242 jobs, followed by India (2,285), Australia (1,359), Philippines (629), and Singapore (441). If you've been thinking your options are limited to one country, look again.
One practical move: search by country first, not just by job title. The accountant role differs in scope, compliance, and day-to-day work depending on where you'd be based. A position in Australia may involve different tax codes, audit standards, and reporting cycles than one in India or the US. Narrowing by location before you read descriptions saves time and helps you spot roles that actually fit your expertise.
When you interview for an accountant role, expect this question: "Walk me through how you'd handle a transaction that doesn't reconcile." Hiring managers ask it because they want to see your troubleshooting method, not just whether you found the error. Practice explaining your logic step-by-step — what you check first, how you document it, and how you escalate if needed. That matters more than the final answer.
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