Finance Associate

Communicate Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private transportation company in Johannesburg North seeks a Finance Associate. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of junior accounting experience and a degree in Finance or Accounting. Responsibilities include recording financial transactions and managing invoicing systems. Join a dynamic team that values growth and precision in the finance function.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a junior accounting/bookkeeping role.
• Proficient in relevant software like Xero and G-Suite.

Responsibilities

• Record daily financial transactions, including accounts payables and receivables.
• Prepare invoices, track payments and send reminders.
• Manage collections and resolve client queries on invoicing systems.
• Process driver payments.
• Capture fuel and expense claims and maintain updated records.
• Complete regular reconciliations and ensure accurate cash flow reporting.
• Assist with financial reports, reconciliations, and support month-end closure.
• Maintain organized financial records using G-Suite and Xero.
• Work along with the Finance Manager to ensure compliance with policies, deadlines and reporting standards.

Skills

Proficiency in G-Suite

Proficiency in Xero Accounting Software

Excellent communicator

Attention to detail

Education

Completed Finance or Accounting degree/diploma

Completed Matric (Grade 12)

Job description

Overview

SUMMARY :

Step into the fast lane of your finance career! I’m currently assisting a leading private transportation company based in Johannesburg North, and they’re looking for a driven Finance Associate to join their growing team. Known for driving excellence on the road, they are looking for someone who will bring the same standard of precision and professionalism to their finance function. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, this role offers hands-on mentorship and the chance to sharpen your accounting skills in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. If you’re a confident communicator with 2-3 years of solid junior accounting experience, a completed tertiary qualification in Finance or Accounting, and proficiency in Xero and G-Suite, this is your opportunity to accelerate your career with a company that values growth and high performance.

Position Info

As the Finance Associate, your duties and responsibilities include the following :

• Record daily financial transactions, including accounts payables and receivables
• Prepare invoices, track payments and send reminders
• Manage collections and resolve client queries on invoicing systems
• Process driver payments
• Capture fuel and expense claims, and maintain updated records
• Complete regular reconciliations and ensure accurate cash flow reporting
• Assist with financial reports, reconciliations, and support month-end closure
• Maintain organized financial records using G-Suite and Xero
• Work along with the Finance Manager to ensure compliance with policies, deadlines and reporting standards

Skills & Experience

• Proficiency in G-Suite and Xero Accounting Software
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a junior accounting / bookkeeping role
• Excellent communicator
• Attention to detail

Qualifications

• Completed Finance or Accounting degree / diploma
• Completed Matric (Grade 12)