Finance Assistant

Our client based in Mount Edgecombe is seeking an experienced finance assistant to join their growing team.

Responsibilities:

Debtors Management:

1. Send monthly statements to customers
2. Reconcile customer accounts to ensure accuracy
3. Handle customer queries regarding payments promptly and professionally
4. Follow up on overdue payments and escalate as necessary.

Creditors Management:

1. Perform monthly reconciliations of supplier accounts
2. Accurately capture supplier invoices on SAGE software
3. Ensure timely and accurate processing of payments to suppliers.

Forex Management:

1. Assist with tasks involving foreign currency transactions and conversions.

Administrative Support:

1. Draft professional letters, memos, and other correspondence as needed.
2. Maintain organized filing systems for finance-related documents.
3. Perform general administrative duties to support the finance department.

Required Skills and Competencies:

1. Proficient in using SAGE accounting software.
2. Strong knowledge of debtors and creditors processes.
3. Familiarity with forex transactions and associated regulations.
4. Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
5. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive mindset.
6. Ability to think quickly and make sound decisions.
7. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. A relevant qualification in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (preferred).
2. At least 1-2 years of experience in a similar role.
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).