Finance and Admin Associate (Office based)

Outsourced; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 352,000 - 617,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Finance and Admin Associate at a leading company, offering exposure to the Mergers & Acquisitions sector. This entry-level role involves supporting financial operations and requires familiarity with Xero and financial reporting standards. Ideal for those eager to learn and grow in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a Finance admin or equivalent.
• Bookkeeping qualification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Process and upload company receipts into Xero accounting system.
• Manage daily financial transactions and record-keeping.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and ensure compliance with UK financial reporting standards.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Detail-oriented

Education

Bookkeeping qualification

Tools

Xero

Dext

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Finance and Admin Associate to support our day-to-day financial and administrative operations. This role does not require a certified bookkeeper but should have experience using Xero and handling financial tasks in support of UK-based accounting standards.

This is a rare opportunity to break into the highly competitive Mergers & Acquisitions industry through an entry-level role that offers international exposure and real career growth. Our team supports clients based in world-leading financial hubs, providing a front-row seat to the dynamic M&A space.

For top-performing team members, the rewards can be significant. While bonuses are strictly performance-based, over half of our team members have earned five-figure USD bonuses in the past year. Every team member receives performance incentives, proving that strong results do not go unnoticed.

You’ll be working on-site in either our Manila offices or Pampanga or Cebu office, collaborating with a high-performing team and engaging with sophisticated international clients. If you're highly driven, eager to learn, and want to build a long-term career in finance, this is the opportunity you've been looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and upload company receipts into Xero accounting system
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Manage daily financial transactions and record-keeping
• Reconcile bank statements and financial accounts
• Raise invoices and ensure timely billing
• Prepare monthly financial reports and expense summaries
• Assist with VAT returns and ensure compliance with UK financial reporting standards
• Support month-end and quarter-end financial closings
• Assist in preparing documentation for annual financial audits
• Download and organize bank statements via internet banking
• Perform general administrative duties
• Maintain accurate digital and physical filing systems
• Provide support for ad hoc reporting and administrative requirements
• Responding to KYC requests from banks and service providers
• Set up and organize the bookkeeping software, Xero, Dext
• Access online banking, create payments for approval, download statements, and file financial reports correctly
• Liaise with company accountants for each business, respond to queries
• Draft and distribute invoices to clients
• Reconcile expenses weekly and process invoices for payment
• File personal expense claims for staff and process payments
• Coordinate and implement address changes with regulatory authorities and suppliers as required
• Open and create a supplier file for each service provider
• File final versions of accounts and VAT returns received from the accountant

Qualifications

• A bookkeeping qualification is an advantage
• At least 2 years of experience as a Finance admin or equivalent

Additional Information

• Monday to Friday, 3pm to 12am PH Time
• Must be willing to work onsite - Eastwood Quezon City