Financial Assistant

Findojobs South Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Gauteng is seeking an experienced finance professional to manage daily banking activities, handle invoicing, and support financial reporting. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years in a finance role and a relevant degree or diploma, along with strong organisational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years prior experience in a finance role required.
• Driver's license and own transport required.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily banking activities and debtor invoicing.
• Conduct month-end processes including debit order runs.
• Provide administrative support to the Head of Finance.

Skills

Microsoft literate

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree/Diploma in Accounting, Finance or Business

Job description

Role purpose
The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing daily banking activities, debtor and creditor processes, petty cash, invoicing, and monthly reconciliations. This role also includes handling account applications, intercompany transactions, and supporting financial reporting.

Minimum Requirements

• Microsoft literate
• Minimum 3 years prior experience in a Finance Role required
• Degree/Diploma in Accounting, Finance of Business advantageous
• Driver’s license and own transport required
• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and communication skills are important

Duties will include

• Process daily banking, transfers, and debtor invoicing
• Manage and reconcile petty cash transactions
• Monitor and action bounced debit orders and force collection emails
• Process new client credit applications and trade references
• Maintain GRV list and update intercompany invoices
• Prepare reports including Open Job Card and Debtors Age Analysis
• Execute month-end processes including debit order runs and reconciliations
• Manage vendor applications and export/creditor documentation
• Provide administrative support to the Head of Finance