Finance Administrator

University of Fort Hare; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Cape Town is seeking a Finance Administrator to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in recordkeeping and cashbook administration and be responsible for managing accounts payable, customer billing, and ensuring compliance. Candidates should possess a Bookkeeping Diploma along with 2-4 years of experience, and will be expected to work well under pressure while maintaining high integrity and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 2 – 4 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and VAT rules.
• Experience in the Freight Industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain supplier records and reconcile bank statements.
• Process supplier invoices and manage claims management.
• Assist with month-end closing activities and audits.

Skills

Recordkeeping

Cashbook Administration

Data Security

Analytical Skills

Mathematical Abilities

Communication Skills

Education

Bookkeeping Diploma

Accounting Qualification

Credit Management Qualification

Tools

Excel (Intermediate to Advanced)

Job description

Monthly Basic Salary (Market related, Negotiable)

Our client based in Cape Town, Airport Industrial is seeking a Finance Administrator to join their team.

QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE:
Recordkeeping, Cashbook Administration & Data Security

• Maintain and update supplier records, including archiving reconciliations and related documentation
• Record all cash transactions and reconcile bank statements accurately
• Manage both foreign currency and Rand cashbooks with weeklyreconciliations
• Uphold strict confidentiality and security of all sensitive financial data

Customer Billing:

• Receive, review, and accurately capture customerinvoices and credit notes
• Ensure timely and error-free invoicing to uphold highquality standards

Supplier & Expense Claims Management:

• Process supplier invoices and credit notes with precision
• Complete supplier credit applications promptly and managesupplier relationships
• Prepare and submit reconciliations for both supplier and staffexpense claims to ensure timely payments
• Oversee and control supplier discounts, and maintain detailedrecords 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 hocprojects
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve discrepancies or issues swiftly
• Ensure compliance with established systems, processes, andrelevant legislation
• Identify opportunities to streamline and improve payable processes

KEY ATTRIBUTES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and mathematical abilities
• Exceptional administrative skills with keen attention to detail
• High integrity, commitment, and the ability to work effectivelyunder pressure

QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Preferred: Bookkeeping Diploma
• Advantageous: Accounting or Credit Management Qualification
• 2 – 4 years’ experience in a similar role
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, VAT rules, and
• debtor/creditor management
• Proficiency in Intermediate to Advanced Excel
• Experience in the Freight Industry is a plus

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.