Finance Assistant / Supervisor

Phoenix Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-food restaurant group based in the V&A Waterfront is looking for a Finance Assistant/Supervisor. You will manage creditor payments, assist team members, and produce financial reports. Ideal candidates have a financial degree and at least 3 years of experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and understanding of GAAP are essential. This position offers a chance to impact financial processes significantly.

Qualifications

• At least 3+ years’ experience in food services/retail industries.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and practices.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately.
• Assist with timely payments to suppliers.
• Reconcile supplier accounts and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Financial knowledge

Communication

Time management

Data entry accuracy

Problem-solving

Education

Grade 12

Financial / Bookkeeping Degree or Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting Software

Job description

Group of fast-food Restaurants based in the V&A Waterfront is looking for a Finance Assistant / Supervisor.

This role will be responsible for supervision of creditors and debtors’ clerks as well as various other financial duties.

Responsibilities

• Invoice processing: check and process supplier invoices accurately.
• Payments: assist with making timely payments to suppliers.
• Reconciliation: assist in reconciling supplier accounts and fixing any discrepancies.
• Reporting: prepare reports on outstanding payments and accounts.
• Team support: help and lead the creditors team and ensure tasks are completed on time.
• Record keeping: keep accurate records of supplier accounts.
• Process improvement: suggest ways to make the payment process more efficient.

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Financial / Bookkeeping Degree or Diploma
• At least 3+ years’ experience in the food services / retail industries
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
• Familiarity with Accounting Software
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively
• Accuracy and meticulousness in data entry and financial record-keeping
• Knowledge of GAAP
• Ability to identify and resolve financial discrepancies
• Ability to learn and adapt to changing procedures and technologies