Assistant Expense Officer

Altitude Facilities Management; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Part time

Job summary

A leading humanitarian organization in South Africa is seeking two Assistant Expense Officers to join their Finance Department on a temporary basis. The role involves managing payments and expenditures, maintaining financial records, and supporting reconciliation processes. Ideal candidates should have a diploma in Accounting, 2-3 years of experience, and proficiency in Sage Pastel. This is a chance to contribute to meaningful, values-based financial operations.

Benefits

Hands-on accounting experience

Part of a globally respected organization

Contribution to meaningful operations

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience in a finance or accounting role, preferably within an NGO.
• Experience managing a general ledger of approximately 500 accounts.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage payments in line with standards.
• Maintain accurate financial records.
• Perform bank and supplier reconciliations.
• Prepare weekly and monthly financial reports.
• Support finance management with reconciliations.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Reconciliation experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Diploma in Accounting, Bookkeeping, or Finance

Tools

Sage Pastel

Job description

Job Description – Assistant Expense Officer (x2)

Job Title: Assistant Expense Officer (x2)

Location: Southern Suburbs - Cape Town, Western Cape

Type: Temporary Contract (Office-Based)

Salary: R per month

Our client, who are part of a leading international Islamic relief and development organisation dedicated to make a sustainable impact through humanitarian and development programs across the country and beyond, is seeking two (2) diligent and detail-oriented Assistant Expense Officers to join the Finance Department on a temporary basis. This position leans strongly toward accounting functions, supporting financial management, expense processing, and compliance operations. The ideal candidates will have solid accounting knowledge, hands-on reconciliation experience, and a passion for accuracy and ethical financial practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and manage payments and expenditures in line with accounting standards and internal procedures.
• Maintain complete and accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with audit and reporting requirements.
• Perform bank, petty cash, and supplier reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly financial reports.
• Support the National Finance Coordinator and Head of Finance with reporting, reconciliations, and expense monitoring.
• Contribute to process improvements and assist with financial system enhancements.

Requirements

• Diploma in Accounting, Bookkeeping, or Finance (required).
• 2–3 years' experience in a finance or accounting role, preferably within an NGO environment.
• Must have experience using Sage Pastel (required).
• Strong knowledge of accounting procedures, reconciliation, and expense management.
• Experience working with a general ledger of approximately 500 accounts.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and accountability.
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Personal Attributes

Our client values professionalism, integrity, and alignment with Islamic principles such as sincerity, compassion, and social justice. Candidates who understand and appreciate these values will thrive within the organization's culture and mission-driven environment.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a globally respected humanitarian organisation.
• Contribute to meaningful, values-based financial operations.
• Gain hands-on accounting experience in a purpose-driven environment.

How to Apply

If you meet the above requirements and align with our client's mission and values, please send your CV and a brief cover letter highlighting your accounting experience to the provided contact. We look forward to hearing from you.

Job Type: Temporary