Finance Administrator

SOUDAL; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Soudal Group in Johannesburg, South Africa, is seeking a full-time Financial Administrator focused on creditors and bookkeeping support. The role balances meticulous accounts payable work with general administrative duties to keep the finance function running smoothly.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in financial administration, proficiency with SAP and Excel, Grade 12 plus relevant certification, and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of proven financial administration experience.
• Experience in creditors/accounts payable.
• Proficiency with SAP and Excel preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage creditors (Accounts Payable) activities including invoice matching and processing.
• Prepare creditor payment runs and reconcile supplier statements monthly.
• Assist with basic debtors support and month-end procedures.
• Maintain filing systems for financial documents and contracts.
• Support general administrative tasks including travel bookings and reporting.

Skills

Highly organized

Detail-oriented

Numerical accuracy

Time-management

Independent worker

Strong communication

Education

Grade 12 with bookkeeping/finance certificate or diploma

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Fulltime Indefinitely South Africa Johannesburg

Position Summary

Manage day-to-day financial and administrative operations, with a primary focus on creditors (accounts payable), general bookkeeping support, and office/general administration. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrives in a multi-functional role that balances accurate financial record-keeping with broader team support.

Key Responsibilities

1. Creditors (Accounts Payable)

• Receive, verify, and match supplier invoices against purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Capture and process creditor invoices, credit notes, and entries into the accounting system.
• Reconcile supplier statements on a monthly basis and resolve any billing discrepancies or queries.
• Prepare creditor payment runs/proposals for management approval and process payments on time.
• Keep the approved/preferred supplier list updated and manage vendor documentation (e.g., BEE certificates, tax clearances, banking details).
• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly creditor reconciliations.
• Assist with basic debtors support.
• Assist with month-end procedures, journal postings, and gathering documentation for annual audits or VAT submissions.
• Maintain orderly physical and digital filing systems for all financial transactions, invoices, and contracts.

3. General Administration Duties

• Provide general administrative support to the business (e.g., general building and equipment maintenance, managing office stationery/supplies, submit insurance claims)
• Assist with ad-hoc reporting, data capture, and administrative tasks.
• Ensure strict confidentiality and compliance with company financial policies and regulatory standards.
• Update the insurance company whenever new company assets are acquired, upgraded, or disposed of to ensure proper coverage and ensure claims are timeously submitted
• Assist with travel bookings to ensure travel aligns with company budget and policies.

4. HR Assistance

• Onboarding support: Assist with new hire paperwork, coordinate induction and staff records.
• Policy Compliance: Help implement internal office policies, health and safety protocols and reporting procedures.

Profile

• Education: Grade 12 (Matric) with a relevant certificate, diploma, or degree in Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Finance (advantageous).
• Experience: At least 3- 5 years of proven experience in a financial administration, creditors/accounts payable, or general bookkeeping role.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in SAP accounting software
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• High level of numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to juggle finance and general admin tasks and to meet deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a small team in a fast-paced environment.
• High integrity, discretion and reliability regarding sensitive information.

We offer

We offer a competitive remuneration package within an international, dynamic environment.

Company

Soudal is Europe's largest independent producer of mastics, adhesives and PU foams for both the professional and private user. With more than 4800 employees, a turnover of 1.51billion euros and 34production sites on 5 continents, this 100% Belgian family business, founded by Vic Swerts, has grown into a global player and expert in chemical building specialties. Driven investments in R&D, a longstanding vision of innovation as well as adaptations to local market needs laid the foundation for outstanding performance.