Accounts Assistant

ExecutivePlacements.com - The JOB Portal; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company within the hospitality sector is seeking a meticulous Accounts Assistant to join their finance team in Johannesburg. This role involves maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with reporting, and supporting budgeting and forecasting processes. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of experience, proficiency in accounting software, and a relevant educational background.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a similar accounting role, ideally in hospitality.
• Matric is a minimum; tertiary qualification in finance/accounting is advantageous.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Record and categorize daily financial transactions.
• Assist in preparing financial reports including income statements and balance sheets.
• Support budgeting and forecasting by compiling data.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Financial compliance monitoring

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Matric

Relevant tertiary qualification in finance/accounting

Tools

ACCPAC/SAGE300

VIP Payroll

Hospitality Property Management Systems (e.g., OPERA)

Job description

Recruiter:

TalentLink

Job Ref:

1210058865

Date posted:

Monday, June 30, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:

POSITION INFO:

Job Description:

A meticulous and motivated Accounts Assistant is sought to support the day-to-day financial operations within a dynamic hospitality finance team. This role is essential in maintaining accurate financial records, assisting in financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with financial procedures. The position is based within a high-standard luxury hospitality environment, where precision, discretion, and professional communication are key.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Record Keeping:

• Record and categorize daily financial transactions (income, expenses, assets, liabilities).
• Maintain accurate and compliant financial records using accounting software.
• Reconcile accounts and assist in preparing financial statements and audit support.
  
  

Financial Reporting:

• Assist in preparing financial reports including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow summaries.
• Gather and verify data for consistency and accuracy in reporting.
  
  

Budgeting & Forecasting:

• Support budgeting and forecasting by compiling data and tracking performance against budgets.
• Identify and report variances to aid informed decision-making.
  
  

Risk Management:

• Help monitor financial compliance and support internal controls.
• Assist in identifying financial risks through regular reconciliations and data reviews.
  
  

Communication:

• Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders.
• Clearly communicate financial information to non-financial team members and respond to queries.
  
  

Key Duties Include:

• Processing supplier invoices and resolving supplier queries.
• Managing accruals, prepayments, and petty cash reconciliations.
• Verifying food & beverage receipts against purchases, POs, and delivery notes.
• Ensuring Aged Accounts Payable reports match General Ledger.
• Daily reconciliation and balancing of cash, floats, and dockets.
• Assisting with monthly payroll processing and statutory payments.
• Preparing payroll journals and processing debtors, reconciliations, and collections.
• Participating in stocktakes and ensuring accurate stock data entry.
• Maintaining organized records of petty cash and financial documentation.
• Supporting internal controls and flagging discrepancies.
  
  

Requirements:

• 1–3 years of experience in a similar accounting role, ideally within the hospitality industry.
• Matric (minimum); relevant tertiary qualification in finance/accounting is advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (intermediate to advanced level).
• Experience with ACCPAC/SAGE300 and VIP Payroll.
• Familiarity with hospitality Property Management Systems (e.g., OPERA is a plus).
• Valid South African ID.