Assistant Financial Manager

Placements24; Pretoria; Híbrido; ZAR 360.000 - 540.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Fully remote

Home office setup allowance

Career growth opportunities

Competitive salary package

Remote team collaboration

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking an Assistant Financial Manager for a Pretoria-based property development firm. The role is remote and focuses on supporting financial statements, reconciliations, budgeting, and analysis.

You will work with the Financial Manager, ensure GAAP/IFRS compliance, and use Pastel, QuickBooks, and Excel.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance and 2–4 years of experience; SAIPA/ACCA Level II is a plus.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Professional qualification (e.g., SAIPA, ACCA Level II) is advantageous.
• 2–4 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, GAAP/IFRS knowledge.

Responsabilidades

• Assist the Financial Manager in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes and reconciliations.
• Perform bank reconciliations and general ledger reconciliations.
• Assist with budget preparation and forecasting.
• Conduct financial analysis, including variance analysis and trend reporting.
• Support year-end audit by preparing schedules and documentation.
• Process journal entries and maintain accounting system accuracy.
• Contribute to internal controls development and ad-hoc reporting.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Strong communication

Self-motivated / proactive

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

SAIPA / ACCA Level II (advantageous)

Herramientas

Pastel

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and rapidly expanding property development firm in **Pretoria**, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Financial Manager to support their growing financial operations. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious accounting professional to gain hands-on experience in financial management, reporting, and analysis within a fast-paced industry. The successful candidate will work closely with the Financial Manager to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of the company's financial processes. This position is designed to be fully remote, offering unparalleled flexibility and the ability to work from anywhere. If you are a self-starter with a strong understanding of accounting principles and a desire to grow your career in **Pretoria**, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Financial Manager in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage and oversee the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring timely processing and reconciliation.
• Perform bank reconciliations and general ledger reconciliations.
• Assist with budget preparation and forecasting activities.
• Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making, including variance analysis and trend reporting.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant accounting standards.
• Support the year-end audit process by preparing schedules and providing necessary documentation.
• Process journal entries and maintain the accuracy of the accounting system.
• Assist in the development and implementation of internal controls.
• Contribute to ad-hoc financial projects and reporting as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• A professional qualification (e.g., SAIPA, ACCA Level II) is advantageous.
• 2-4 years of experience in an accounting or bookkeeping role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS).
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Pastel, QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel is essential.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive and eager to learn and take on new responsibilities.
• Experience in the property development sector is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering maximum flexibility.
• Opportunity to gain comprehensive experience in financial management.
• Career growth and development opportunities within a growing company.
• Contribution to a dynamic and supportive remote team environment.
• Allowance for home office setup and internet connectivity.