Financial Administrator

Boardroom Appointments; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A growing food and retail brand in Cape Town is seeking a meticulous Financial Administrator to maintain accurate financial records and manage transactions. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in finance, proficiency in Xero, and strong Excel skills. This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in a finance or accounting support role.
• Experience in manufacturing, FMCG, or production environments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and perform daily reconciliations.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable.
• Assist in preparing monthly management accounts and reports.
• Support stock control and cost accounting processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Excel

Problem-solving

Education

Accounting qualifications (SAIPA, CIMA, or SAICA)

Tools

Xero

Job description

A growing food and retail brand is seeking a meticulous and proactive Financial Administrator to join their dynamic team in Cape Town. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and wants to grow in the near future.

The successful candidate will play a vital part in maintaining accurate financial records, managing daily transactions, and improving financial processes as the business continues to expand.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and perform daily reconciliations (bank, suppliers, and journals).
• Manage accounts payable and receivable with accuracy and timeliness.
• Assist in preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Support stock control and cost accounting processes.
• Help implement and refine financial workflows and reporting systems.
• Ensure all supplier and customer data is accurate and up to date.
• Work closely with management to deliver timely financial insights.
• Maintain organized filing systems for all financial documentation.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years experience in a finance or accounting support role.
• Proficiency in Xero (essential).
• Strong Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, and reconciliations).
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Proactive problem-solver with a positive, learning-oriented mindset.
• Experience in manufacturing, FMCG, or production environments is advantageous.
• Studying toward or interested in pursuing accounting qualifications (SAIPA, CIMA, or SAICA) will be beneficial.