Financial Assistant

Shoprite Holdings Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 150 000 - 210 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in South Africa is seeking an assistant to the Divisional Financial Manager. The role involves month-end reporting, invoice reconciliation, and ensuring accuracy in financial processes. Candidates should have a Matric certificate and preferably a National Diploma in Accounting or related fields. Strong Excel skills and a keen attention to detail are essential. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Matric is required; National Diploma in Bookkeeping/Accounting or studying towards a degree preferred.
• Experience working with integrated ERP systems.
• Knowledge of accounting procedures and principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Divisional Financial Manager with the division's financial processes.
• Month-end reporting through general ledger summaries.
• Daily processing and reconciliation of supplier invoices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Good communication skills

Planning and organizing ability

Proactive approach

Education

National Diploma in Bookkeeping / Accounting

Matric

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

Purpose of the Job

The main purpose of this position is to assist the Divisional Financial Manager with all functions related to the division's financial processes.

He or she must have a high level of attention to detail, the ability to contribute to strategic and tactical objectives.

Energy, initiative and enthusiasm is required.

Job Objectives

• Month-end reporting through general ledger summaries and ensuring all transactions are accurately captured by cost centre and respective regions.
• Perform trend analysis between periods and identify reasons for variances
• Assisting with budgetspiling of reportsProvide support in respect of any ad-hoc activities or projects as required by the business
• Daily processing and reconciliation of supplier invoices
• Assist in maintaining accurate and complete fixed asset registers
• Assist in monthly / weekly supplier payment runsPreparation and processing of month end journal entries in line with monthly timetableAssist with maintaining a strong financial control environmentWork effectively within a team, whilst balancing own priorities.

Qualifications

Matric is required, National Diploma in Bookkeeping / Accounting or studying towards a degree in Accounting is preferred.

Experience

Comprehensive knowledge of accounting procedures and principles. Experience working with integrated ERP business management systems. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel (must know how to do VLOOKUP formula and Pivot Tables) Knowledge of SAP is advantageous.

Knowledge and Skills

High level of accuracy and efficiency. Attention to detail. Good communication skills (verbal and written) Good interpersonal skills Display good planning and organizing ability Able to cope with stressful situations Able to deal with different individuals at all levels in the organization Proactive approach with the ability to think ahead in a fast-paced environment. Must know how to Multi -task in a fast - paced environment Must be Deadline driven.

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