EMEA Banking Assistant Accountant – Cash & Reconciliations

Lovisa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A global retail company in South Africa is seeking a proactive Assistant Accountant to join their EMEA Banking Finance Team. The role involves ensuring accurate daily banking activities, preparing weekly reports, and supporting month-end accounting processes. Ideal candidates will have a tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance and 1-3 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Excel and understanding of accounting principles are essential. This position requires strong attention to detail and excellence in communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-3 years of experience as an Assistant Accountant.
• Strong understanding of general ledger banking transactions.
• Proficient in using Excel for financial tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily banking reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare weekly banking and cash variance reports.
• Support month-end close process with reconciliations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proficient in Excel

Understanding of accounting principles

Communication skills

Ability to plan and organise

Education

Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or related discipline

1-3 years of experience in an accounting role

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

A global retail company in South Africa is seeking a proactive Assistant Accountant to join their EMEA Banking Finance Team. The role involves ensuring accurate daily banking activities, preparing weekly reports, and supporting month-end accounting processes. Ideal candidates will have a tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance and 1-3 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Excel and understanding of accounting principles are essential. This position requires strong attention to detail and excellence in communication.