Accounts Assistant

Rand Water; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent water utility company in South Africa is searching for a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant. The successful candidate will support asset management and financial operations in the Scientific Services Division. Responsibilities include verifying asset records, managing petty cash, processing invoices, and ensuring compliance with quality management systems. Applicants should have at least 3 years of experience, strong skills in Excel and SAP, and a commitment to accuracy and detail. This is a permanent position located in Vereeniging.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a financial environment, specifically asset management.
• Advanced skills in MS Office applications and proficient in SAP.

Responsibilities

• Assist with asset management and verify, reconcile, and update asset records on SAP.
• Prepare and submit asset verification reports and audit assets annually.
• Manage petty cash availability and ensure compliance with policies.
• Liaise with internal departments for asset and cash related matters.

Skills

Advanced Excel proficiency

Strong attention to detail

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent (NQF Level 4)

Financial qualification

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

Closing Date: 2026/01/20

Reference Number: RAN260106-3

Job Title: Accounts Assistant

Portfolio: Bulk Water Services - Operations

Job Type Classification: Permanent

Location - Country: South Africa

Location - Province: Gauteng

Location - Town / City: Vereeniging

Location - Site: Scientific Services

Job Advert Summary

Rand Water is seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Accounts Assistant to join our Scientific Services Division. The successful candidate will support the management and reporting of assets, assist with cash and creditors management while ensuring compliance with Rand Water policies and procedures. This role plays a crucial part in maintaining accurate asset records and supporting business financial operations.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent (NQF Level 4)
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a financial environment, specifically asset management
• Financial qualification will be advantageous
• Advanced MS Office applications and SAP

Primary Duties

• Assist with asset management, including verification, reconciliation, and updating of asset records on SAP
• Prepare and submit asset verification reports and audit assets annually
• Administration of the petty cash function
• Manage petty cash availability and ensure compliance with relevant policies and procedures
• Receipt and process invoices, resolve supplier queries, and maintain invoice records
• Provide business administrative support including capturing journals for cost recovery, cost reallocations and corrections
• Ensure compliance with SHEQ and ISO 9001 quality management systems
• Liaise with internal departments and external parties for asset and cash related matters

Knowledge

• Asset management principles
• General financial procedures (Accounts payable and Petty Cash)
• Quality Management System (ISO 9001)

Skills

• Advanced Excel proficiency
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational and communication skills

Attitude

• Deadline and results driven
• Team player
• Customer focussed
• Perform under pressure