Junior Accountant

Company: GALXBOY

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng

Job Type: Entry Level

Posted: 27 February 2026

Application Deadline: Open until filled

About GALXBOY

GALXBOY is a proudly South African streetwear brand that grew out of the country’s vibrant urban youth culture. Built on ambition, collaboration and persistence, the brand is now a leading national label known for bold designs and strong cultural relevance.

Role Overview

The Junior Accountant will prepare financial statements and reports, ensure accurate recording of all transactions, and support the finance department in delivering clear insight into the company’s financial position.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounting Transactions Management
  • Oversee daily and monthly accounting activities.
  • Record transactions accurately and on time.
• Financial Risk Management – Safex, Hedges & Forex
  • Monitor foreign‑exchange exposure.
  • Manage hedging instruments and identify related opportunities.
• Reconciliation & Control
  • Review creditor reconciliations for completeness and accuracy.
  • Identify discrepancies and propose solutions.
  • Analyze internal controls and recommend improvements.
• Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Prepare budget forecasts and periodic budget reports.
  • Collaborate with other departments to gather data.
  • Track and analyse variances between budgeted and actual figures.
• Statutory Compliance
  • Prepare and submit VAT and other tax returns.
  • Ensure compliance with local tax laws.
• Payroll Management
  • Process monthly payroll accurately and on time.
  • Review payroll data for completeness and correct deductions.
  • Prepare payroll reports for finance review and resolve any discrepancies.
• Payments & Schedules
  • Maintain foreign payment schedules and ensure timely payments.
  • Enter local payment data and manage import freight schedules.
  • Review import freight invoices for accuracy.
• Bank Reconciliation & Cash Management
  • Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations.
  • Identify and resolve cash management issues.
  • Run monthly supplier changes reports and keep the supplier database up‑to‑date.
• Journal & Closing Procedures
  • Process journal entries in line with accounting standards.
  • Manage monthly, quarterly and annual closing cycles.
  • Prepare accurate financial statements on schedule.
• Tax & Financial Reporting
  • Calculate taxes and prepare all required tax filings.
  • Ensure deadlines are met and regulations are followed.
• Expense & Financial Management
  • Record payroll‑related expenses correctly.
  • Oversee preparation of balance sheets and profit & loss statements.
  • Maintain accuracy of all financial statements.
• Data Management & Confidentiality
  • Protect sensitive financial information.
  • Perform regular database backups and ensure recovery procedures are in place.
• End‑of‑Month Close
  • Complete all month‑end activities and review financial results.
  • Ensure all transactions are recorded before finalising statements.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree in Accounting (preferred).
• At least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Good understanding of financial accounting principles.
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., Syspro).
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel.

Skills & Personal Attributes

• Strong attention to detail.
• Advanced numeracy and solid accounting knowledge.
• Excellent reconciliation abilities.
• Ability to interpret complex contracts and translate them into financial terms.
• Effective communication at all organisational levels.
• Self‑motivated, takes initiative and works well independently.
• Good time‑management and systematic work approach.
• Enthusiastic about meeting challenging goals.

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