Financial Assistant

Job Placements; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality company in Gauteng is seeking a Finance professional to join their team. The role involves maintaining financial records, processing invoices, and ensuring accurate financial operations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Finance, professional certification is a plus, and at least 3 years of experience. The company values integrity, creativity, and collaboration in a diverse work environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records by entering data into the accounting system.
• Process invoices and assist with payment loading.
• Communicate with suppliers to resolve billing issues.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organisational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CMA)

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Dream Hotels & Resorts lives by its 8 core values. Our team is dedicated to being reliable and accountable, fostering empathy to understand others' feelings and collaboratively find solutions, and prioritizing sustainability in environmental, financial, and social aspects. Rooted in humanity, trust, dynamism, excellence, and joy, we celebrate diversity, prioritize integrity, embrace creativity, pursue quality, and foster a joyful work environment to connect people with our surroundings and each other. These play a part in our day-to-day decision making & operational requirements.

Role Overview:

As a member of our finance team, you will play a vital role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the financial operations of our company. We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented individual who is passionate about finance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records by entering financial data into the accounting system.
• Process invoices in the accounting system and assist with loading payments for release.
• Identify and raise accruals as needed.
• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks.
• Communicate with suppliers to resolve billing issues and answer inquiries.
• Complete cashbooks and credit card reconciliations on a weekly/monthly basis.
• Reconcile daily transactions between the Property Management System and the Accounting System.
• Monitor and compare actual cash flow to forecasted cash flow on a monthly basis.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and periodic forecasts.
• Provide necessary documentation to external auditors as directed by the Financial Officer.
• Provide administrative support to the Financial Officer and Financial Lead.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. or Diploma in Finance.
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CMA) is a plus.
• 3+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple financial tasks.
• Understanding of reconciliations.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.