Accounting Assistant

Hire Resolve; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Accounting Assistant for a position in South Africa's defense sector. The role involves assisting with financial tasks such as accounts payable, invoice processing, and maintaining accurate records. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma, strong attention to detail, and good organizational skills. This is a valuable opportunity to gain experience within the defense industry. Contact us to apply.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounting role is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Knowledge of defense industry accounting regulations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks.
• Prepare and process invoices for defense-related projects.
• Reconcile bank statements for defense contracts.
• Help maintain accurate financial records for defense projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Hire Resolve is currently seeking an Accounting Assistant to join our client's team in the defense industry. As an Accounting Assistant, you will be responsible for providing support to the Accounting department and assisting with various accounting tasks specific to the defense industry. This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to gain experience in accounting within the defense sector and further develop their skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks specific to the defense industry
• Prepare and process invoices and payment requests for defense-related projects
• Reconcile bank statements and credit card statements for defense contracts
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures for defense-related financials
• Help maintain accurate and organized financial records for defense projects
• Assist with payroll processing and reconciliation within the defense sector
• Perform general administrative tasks as needed, with a focus on defense-related activities

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in an accounting role is a plus
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Knowledge of defense industry accounting regulations and procedures is a plus

Benefits:

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Apply for this role today, contact Lidene Pienaar at Hire resolve or on LinkedIn

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We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.