Finance Assistant

Pronel Personnel; Durban; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Mount Edgecombe is seeking a detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join their team. The successful candidate will manage debtors, creditors, and forex transactions while providing administrative support to the finance department. Ideal applicants should possess a solid background in finance, familiarity with SAGE software, and excellent organisational skills.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Proficient in SAGE and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage debtors, including sending statements and reconciling accounts.
• Conduct creditor reconciliations and process payments accurately.
• Assist with foreign currency transactions and provide administrative support.

Skills

Proficiency in SAGE accounting software

Knowledge of debtors and creditors functions

Understanding of forex transactions and basic regulations

Organisational abilities

Problem-solving skills

Written and verbal communication

Education

Qualification in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

SAGE

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Our client, based in Mount Edgecombe, is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Finance Assistant to join their expanding team. If you’re passionate about numbers, enjoy keeping things organised, and have experience in debtors, creditors, and forex management — this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities:

Debtors Management:

• Send out monthly statements to customers

• Reconcile customer accounts for accuracy

• Resolve customer payment queries professionally and promptly

• Follow up on outstanding payments and escalate where needed

Creditors Management:

• Conduct monthly supplier account reconciliations

• Capture supplier invoices accurately using SAGE

• Process supplier payments on time and with precision

Forex Management:

• Assist in managing foreign currency transactions and conversions

Administrative Support:

• Draft professional correspondence, memos, and finance-related documents

• Maintain well-organised financial filing systems

• Provide general administrative support to the finance department

? Skills & Competencies:

• Proficiency in SAGE accounting software

• Strong knowledge of debtors and creditors functions

• Understanding of forex transactions and basic regulations

• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities

• A proactive mindset and solid problem-solving skills

• Quick thinker with strong decision-making ability

• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills

? Minimum Requirements:

• A qualification in Finance, Accounting, or related field (preferred)

• At least 1–2 years of relevant experience in a similar role

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)