Accounts Assistant

Edge Executives; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the finance sector is seeking an Accounts Assistant to manage daily financial processes, including bookkeeping, payroll support, and reporting. This role offers the chance to work closely with the Finance Manager and executive team, ensuring financial accuracy and compliance in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will have a diploma in finance and 3-5 years of experience, along with proficiency in accounting software. A detail-oriented approach and strong communication skills are essential for success.

Benefits

Collaborative finance environment

Opportunities for growth and process improvement

Exposure to executive decision-making

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage daily bookkeeping including reconciliations and invoicing.
• Assist in preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Liaise with banking partners and ensure accurate allocations.

Skills

Accounting principles

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

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

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.