Junior Finance Assistant

Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Process cash book entries and perform bank reconciliations.
• Manage petty cash, including disbursements, replenishments, and reconciliations.
• Prepare EFT requisitions and ensure supporting documentation complies with company SOPs and mandates.
• Assist with reception duties as needed.
• Process debtor and cash sales invoicing accurately and promptly.
• Reconcile and balance intercompany transactions.
• Complete monthly creditors reconciliation.
• Ensure compliance with company mandates and escalate any issues in the process.
• Assist with external audits and SARS audits.
• Serve as a financial and administrative link to operations when required.
• Reconcile and capture all expense claims.
• Assist in generating job reports as needed.
• Handle any other ad hoc financial tasks and duties as directed.

  Personal Attributes:

  • Professional and presentable, with excellent communication skills to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Analytical thinker, deadline-driven, and possessing a strong work ethic.
  • Ability to work independently while being an active team player.
  • Methodical and systematic in approach.
  • Positive, self-motivated, and confident in working with colleagues and management.
  • Honest, reliable, and responsible.

    Experience and Qualifications:

    • 2-3 years of relevant experience in a similar financial administration role is essential.
    • A relevant certificate or diploma in finance/accounting is advantageous.
    • Strong understanding of basic accounting principles (e.g., debits/credits) is essential.
    • Intermediate working knowledge of Pastel Partner is required.
    • Experience in administration, cash book management, and creditors is advantageous.

      Computer Literacy:

      • Intermediate proficiency in Excel.
      • Familiarity with Pastel Accounting Partner Package V18 is highly advantageous.This is a great opportunity for an individual looking to grow their career in finance while contributing to the smooth operation of a thriving business.