Finance Administrator

Believe Resourcing; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and supply chain company is seeking a detail-oriented Finance Administrator in Cape Town. The candidate will manage financial records, reconcile accounts, and ensure accuracy in invoicing. Required qualifications include a bookkeeping diploma and 24 years of finance experience. Experience in the logistics industry is preferred. This full-time position offers market-related compensation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 24 years of experience in a finance role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, VAT, and debtor/creditor management.
• Proficiency in Intermediate to advanced Excel.
• Experience in the freight or logistics industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and process reconciliations.
• Manage customer billing and supplier expense claims.
• Assist with month-end closing activities and audits.

Skills

Forecasting

Financial Services

GAAP

Accounting

IFRS

Regulatory Reporting

Financial Analysis

Financial Modeling

Budgeting

Financial Report Interpretation

Financial Management

Financial Planning

Education

Bookkeeping Diploma

Accounting or Credit Management qualification

Job description

Location : Airport Industria Cape Town

Working Hours : Monday - Friday (07 : 30 - 16 : 00)

Employment type : Permanent Full-time

Salary : Market related

Reporting to : Finance Supervisor

About the Client

A leading logistics and supply chain management company specialising in freight shipping and end-to-end logistics solutions. Known for their commitment to operational excellence and seamless cross-border logistics they provide cutting-edge customised services that streamline supply chains and enhance global trade. With a focus on process optimisation regulatory compliance and client-centric service they are dedicated to driving impactful change and continuous improvement across all logistics functions.

About the Role

An established organisation in the logistics and freight sector is looking for a detail-oriented and highly organised Finance Administrator to join their team in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records managing reconciliations processing supplier and customer documentation and supporting month-end close activities.

Responsibilities

• Recordkeeping, cashbook administration, and data security
• Maintain and archive supplier records and reconciliation documentation
• Accurately record cash transactions and reconcile bank statements
• Manage Rand and foreign currency cashbooks with weekly reconciliations
• Ensure confidentiality and secure handling of sensitive financial data
• Customer Billing: Receive, verify, and accurately capture customer invoices and credit notes
• Ensure timely and error-free invoicing to uphold high quality standards
• Supplier & Expense Claims Management: Process supplier invoices and credit notes with precision
• Complete supplier credit applications promptly and manage relationships
• Prepare and submit reconciliations for both supplier and staff expense claims to ensure timely payments
• Oversee and control supplier discounts and maintain detailed records including purchase orders
• Report on Accounts Payable aging weekly and proactively prompt resolution of invoice queries
• Support Collaboration & Compliance: Assist with month-end closing activities, audits and ad hoc projects
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve discrepancies or issues swiftly
• Ensure compliance with established systems, processes and relevant legislation
• Identify opportunities to streamline and improve payable processes

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Bookkeeping Diploma (preferred)
• Accounting or Credit Management qualification (advantageous)
• 24 years experience in a similar finance role
• Strong understanding of accounting principles VAT and debtor / creditor management
• Proficiency in Intermediate to advanced Excel
• Experience in the freight or logistics industry is a plus

Key Attributes

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and mathematical abilities
• Excellent administrative skills and attention to detail
• Reliable committed and able to work under pressure

Required Experience

IC

Key Skills

• Forecasting
• Financial Services
• GAAP
• Accounting
• IFRS
• Regulatory Reporting
• Financial Analysis
• Financial Modeling
• Budgeting
• Financial Report Interpretation
• Financial Management
• Financial Planning

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1