Finance Assistant / Supervisor

Phoenix Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the fast-food sector is seeking a Finance Assistant/Supervisor to join their dynamic team at the V&A Waterfront. This role is pivotal in managing financial operations, including supervising clerks, processing invoices, and ensuring timely payments. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of accounting principles and be proficient in Microsoft Excel. With a focus on process improvement and team support, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the efficiency of financial operations in a vibrant environment. If you are detail-oriented, adaptable, and ready to make a significant impact, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in food services or retail industries.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise creditors and debtors’ clerks and manage financial duties.
• Prepare reports on outstanding payments and assist with reconciliations.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Microsoft Excel

Financial Reporting

Communication Skills

Time Management

Problem Solving

Data Entry Accuracy

Education

Grade 12

Financial / Bookkeeping Degree or Diploma

Tools

Accounting Software

Microsoft Office

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.

Duties :

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 & 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.

Requirements : 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.