Accounts Assistant

Edge Executive Search Group; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the finance sector is seeking an Accounts Assistant to manage daily financial processes, including bookkeeping, invoicing, and payroll support. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with the Finance Manager and executive team, ensuring financial integrity and compliance in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will possess a diploma or degree in Accounting and have 3-5 years of relevant experience, along with proficiency in accounting software.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a Senior Bookkeeper or Accounting Assistant.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and best practices.
• Experience with VAT reconciliations, PAYE, UIF, and COIDA declarations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily bookkeeping, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Process customer invoices and support accounts payable and receivable.
• Assist in preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Diploma, Certificate, or Degree in Accounting

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

PaySpace

Excel

Job description

Recruitment Partner : Edge Executive Search

Drive Financial Accuracy. Support Strategic Growth.

If you’re a detail-oriented finance professional ready to take ownership of operational accounting in a dynamic environment, this role offers the opportunity to support executive leadership while ensuring the financial integrity of a growing business.

About the Role

As an Accounts Assistant , you’ll play a key role in managing daily financial processes—from bookkeeping and reconciliations to invoicing, payroll support, and reporting. You’ll work closely with the Finance Manager and executive team, ensuring accurate records, timely reporting, and compliance with all financial regulations.

What You’ll Lead

Maintain daily bookkeeping, including journal entries, cashbook, and ledger reconciliation.

Perform bank, supplier, and insurance schedule reconciliations.

Process customer invoices; verify against sales reports for accuracy.

Support accounts payable and receivable functions and reporting.

Assist in preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports.

Coordinate and verify creditor payments and ensure accurate allocations.

Manage payroll processing (experience with PaySpace is a plus).

Reconcile company credit cards and allocate travel and expense costs.

Liaise with banking partners and third-party vendors.

Administer company phone accounts and ensure appropriate cost recovery.

Assist in month-end and year-end financial closings.

Provide financial and administrative support to the CEO and senior management.

What You Bring

Diploma, Certificate, or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

3–5 years of experience as a Senior Bookkeeper or Accounting Assistant.

Strong knowledge of accounting principles and best practices.

Proficiency in Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, PaySpace , and advanced Excel .

Experience with VAT reconciliations, PAYE, UIF, and COIDA declarations.

High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and deadline orientation.

Excellent communication skills—written and verbal.

Integrity, discretion, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

What Success Looks Like

• Accurate financial data and reconciliations delivered on time.
• Streamlined accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Timely and well-prepared financial reports and payments.
• High compliance standards and minimal financial discrepancies.
• Trusted support to leadership and operational teams.

What Awaits You

• A key role in a collaborative, fast-paced finance environment.
• Exposure to executive decision-making and strategic finance.
• Opportunities to grow, streamline processes, and enhance reporting quality.
• A culture that values precision, trust, and continuous improvement.