Assistant Financial Accountant

Placements24; Upington; Ibrido; ZAR 240.000 - 360.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

Renewable energy exposure

Professional growth

Team-oriented environment

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is assisting a leading renewable energy provider in Upington, Northern Cape to recruit an Assistant Financial Accountant. You will support the finance team with monthly reporting, reconciliations, and ledger management, under guidance from senior accountants.

The role suits a detail-oriented candidate with 1–3 years of accounting experience, IFRS awareness, and strong Excel and accounting software skills, with opportunities to grow in a dynamic energy sector.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or relevant professional qualification.
• 1–3 years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles; IFRS knowledge is a plus.
• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Meticulous attention to detail and high accuracy.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and take initiative.

Mansioni

• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements and reports.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate recording of transactions.
• Help prepare budgets and forecasts.
• Provide support for internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and procedures.
• Assist with ad-hoc financial projects and analysis as required.

Conoscenze

IFRS knowledge

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional qualification in accounting

Strumenti

Accounting software

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a leading renewable energy provider, is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Financial Accountant to support their finance team in Upington, Northern Cape . This role is perfect for an individual with a solid understanding of accounting principles looking to advance their career in a critical sector. You will be involved in a range of accounting tasks, including assisting with financial reporting, ledger management, and reconciliations. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn, possess strong analytical skills, and be adept at using accounting software and Excel. This position offers the chance to gain invaluable experience in a growing industry and contribute to a company making a significant positive impact. You will work under the guidance of the Financial Accountant and Controller, playing a vital role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the company's financial data.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements and reports.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Support the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Assist with the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate recording of transactions.
• Help in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Provide support for internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and procedures.
• Assist with ad-hoc financial projects and analysis as required.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or a relevant professional qualification.
• 1-3 years of experience in an accounting or finance role.
• Good understanding of accounting principles (IFRS knowledge is a plus).
• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Meticulous attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and take initiative.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in the dynamic region of Upington, Northern Cape .
• Exposure to the renewable energy sector.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Supportive and team-oriented work environment.
• Potential for career advancement within the company.