Finance & Admin Management Graduate

takealot.com; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 250 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online retail organization in Durban is seeking a Finance & Admin Management Graduate for a 12-month contract. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting and strong analytical skills. Selected candidates will support financial administration, manage attendance systems, and assist with procurement tasks. Opportunities for professional growth and practical experience in a fast-paced environment are provided. Ideal candidates are proactive with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Time & Attendance administration, including biometrics updates.
• Assist with basic financial administration, including invoice capturing.
• Complete onboarding and training on DC systems.
• Support the Admin office with day-to-day tasks.
• Support procurement and inventory management.
• Update and maintain daily KPI dashboards and reports.
• Assist with month-end finance activities, including PO reconciliation.
• Assist with budget preparation, cost analysis, and spend tracking.
• Provide insights on usage trends and supplier performance.
• Support audit, compliance, and year-end processes.
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Finance, and Admin stakeholders.

Skills

Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in Google Workspace

Proficiency in financial applications

Effective time‑management skills

Organizational skills

Proactive and hands-on attitude

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Workspace

Job description

Program Overview

Takealot Group, South Africa’s leading online Retail / Fashion / Delivery organisation, is looking for a highly talented Finance & Admin Management Graduate to join our team in Durban Distribution Centre. The Graduate Programme will be split between all businesses within the Group, namely: takealot.com, TFS and Mr D.

We are a young, dynamic, hyper growth company looking for smart, creative, hard‑working people with integrity to join us!

Think you’ve been challenged before? Think again!

• Scale: Over 2.5 million happy shoppers shop online. Show them what you can do.
• Learn: We work with the best of the best, and then some. Work alongside industry leaders and upskill yourself in record time.
• Grow: Expand your career in the fast‑growing Takealot Group: takealot.com, TFS and Mr D. We like to promote from within: Here’s your chance.

Program Details

At the takealot Group, our Graduate Programme will help you build both technical and soft‑skills to launch your career, learning from the best in the business. The Graduate program will prepare you for a career in a large‑scale and fast‑paced environment.

Every selected Graduate gains unique insights into the e‑commerce environment with vast amounts of practical experience from daily exposure to a broad range of skills. The program consists of various technical and soft skill courses where you will receive training on a variety of areas.

You’ll be working with some of the strongest professionals South Africa has to offer who bring experience from a multitude of great industries.

Qualifications & Experience

A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.

Skills We Need

• Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace, and financial applications
• Effective time‑management and organizational skills
• Proactive, hands‑on, and able to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment

Attributes Required

• Creative Energy
• Hands on
• Have an opinion and voice it

Key Responsibilities

• Support Time & Attendance administration, including biometrics updates and headcount reconciliation.
• Assist with basic financial administration, including invoice capturing and document control.
• Complete onboarding and training on DC systems.
• Support the Admin office with day‑to‑day administrative tasks.
• Support procurement and inventory management for packaging, consumables, and uniforms.
• Update and maintain daily KPI dashboards and reports.
• Assist with month‑end finance activities, including PO reconciliation, accruals, and supplier statements.
• Assist with budget preparation, cost analysis, and spend tracking.
• Provide insights on usage trends and supplier performance.
• Support audit, compliance, and year‑end processes.
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Finance, and Admin stakeholders to drive efficiency.

Contract Details

This is a 12‑month contract position.