Junior Accountant

Johannesburg, Gauteng
Permanent
Full-time

1 day ago

Adumo Payouts, a division of Lesaka Technologies, specialises in offering secure, prepaid payout solutionsboth physical and digitalthat are widely accepted wherever Mastercard is used. Trusted by over 500 South African corporations, it enables businesses to streamline rewards, incentives, payroll, and expense management through a self-service admin portal that delivers instant funding, real-time visibility, and rich reporting. Our main purpose is to be a catalyst for Growth: Grow our customers, grow our communities, grow our continent and ultimately grow our people!We invite applications from suitably qualified candidates for the role of Junior Accountant. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the finance function while developing your professional expertise in a supportive and structured environment.
If you have a strong foundation in accounting principles, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply and become part of our team.Here at Adumo, our values are core to how we carry out our overall purpose and as well as the purpose within each job. Values are the handful of extraordinary attributes we as an organisation champion every moment, making up the fabric of who we are as Adumo. They steer us to our True North. Many other worthy attributes exist that dont make up Adumo values, but these to us are simply non-negotiable theyll get you through the front door.Key Areas of Responsibility
Financial controls and procedures

Trial balance - Correctness and Reconciliations Monthly (VAT, Network fee, Lost & Expired, Provisions, Accruals and other)
Oversee monthly reconciliation and correctness of VIC
Assist with preparing monthly reporting packs (Finpack & Stats)
Support overall team with process/system knowledge
Oversee monthly stock take and reconciliations

ERP and CRM Enhancements

Improved controls & processes Review
Integration Other products
Automated reporting and dashboards - IV / Metrics, Customer Info and other
Preparation and finalisation of monthly internal audits

Reporting

Sales Dashboard and Metrics Weekly preparation and distribution
Monthly statistical information and other reports
Monthly stock reports
Monthly SLT and Town hall packs
Quarterly board reports

Achieve Compliance - BEE, SARS, POPIA etc

BEE Compliance and Audit
Financial Reporting and compliance SARS, COIDA, Accounting Standards and group policies
Successful Audit (Deloitte)
POPIA Compliance

Cost and commercial driver management

Drive cost reduction and margin improvement Vendor Management Ensure the reporting against budget overruns
Identify opportunities for cost reductions, and manage vendors accordingly.

Human Resource Management

Mentor and support team members
Encourage skills development and knowledge sharing within the finance department

General

Support all stakeholders in the resolution of issues and enquiries
Accounts payable oversee AP start to end.

Required Experience & Education
Minimum

Matric (NQF level 4), mathematics
National Diploma in Financial Accounting (NQF level 5)
Min 2 - 3 years in a financial controller role
Min 2 3 years in finance

Desired

BCom Accounting or Financial Management (NQF level 7)
Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration (NQF level 8)
2 3 years in a financial controller role

Ideal

Certified General Accountant
BCom Accounting or Financial Management (NQF level 7)
3 years in a financial controller role

Knowledge

Financial and management accounting
Understanding of tax regulations and compliance
Audit
Costing
Intermediate MS Office
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel with advanced Excel (formulas, pivot tables,

v-lookups, data analysis) * ERP systems - integrated systemsSkills

Exceptional business acumen
Excellent strategic planning skills and able to interact with all levels
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret relevant technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents
Ability to multitask
Ability to learn quickly
Prioritization & time management to meet month-end and reporting deadlines
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders
Problem-solving ability for identifying and resolving accounting discrepancies
Planning and organizational skills for maintaining accurate records and supporting reporting processes
Critical thinking and analytical mindset for reviewing financial data
Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in reconciliations and financial entries
Ability to interpret and apply accounting policies, procedures, and basic financial reports
Multitasking skills to handle routine accounting tasks effectively
Willingness to learn quickly and adapt to new systems and regulations
Commitment to confidentiality, ethics, and quality standards in financial reporting

Leadership

Cost consciousness
Able to work independently
Highly meticulous
Assertiveness
Team player
Motivational
Integrity
Trustworthy
Professionalism
Innovative
Resilient
Decision making
Client Service Focus
Curiosity
Self-starter
Deadline-driven
Attention to detail
Relationship building, internally and externally
Ability to work under pressure
Emotional intelligence
Administration focused/orientated
Work/Life Balance
Honesty
Confidentiality
Adaptability
Proactive
Mentorship
Ability to enforce regulations, policies, and procedures at all levels
Presentation
Conflict management
Performance Management
Quality Management

Closing Date: 15 September 2025Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not receive any communication from us 2 weeks from the application closing date.

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