Financial Assistant

Juanie Nel; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Juanie Nel is seeking a Financial Assistant in Stellenbosch (Stellenbosch Technopark) to support the finance team with producer payments, reconciliations, and documentation for a fruit export business. The role emphasizes accurate payments, strong adherence to internal controls, and seasonally high workload.

Ideal candidates hold a Finance/Accounting Diploma or Certificate and have about two years in a finance role; experience in agriculture or export industries is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate in Finance/Accounting or equivalent qualification.
• Preferred 2 years in a finance or accounting role (experience in agriculture/export industry advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Set up payment details on the logistics system.
• Process and allocate grower prices accurately.
• Assist with producer payments in collaboration with designated personnel.
• Compare invoices for imported fruit against purchase orders (POs).
• Ensure invoices are signed off by the program coordinator before acceptance and payment.
• Process producer payments on the banking platform and logistics system.
• Compile and send producer remittances and payslips.
• Assist with compiling financial reports related to producer transactions.
• Help other finance team members during peak season.
• Maintain compliance with internal controls and company policies.

Education

Diploma or Certificate in Finance/Accounting

Job description

My client based in Stellenbosch Technopark, is an established fruit exporter and they are looking for a Financial Assistant to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a Diploma or Certificate in Finance/Accounting or equivalent qualification and preferred two (2) years in a finance or accounting role (experience in agriculture/export industry advantageous).

The Financial Assistant will support the finance team in managing producer-related financial processes, ensuring accurate and timely payments, reconciliations, and documentation. This role is critical in maintaining smooth financial operations for a fruit export company, particularly during peak seasons.

Responsibilities

Producer Payments & Processing

• Set up payment details on the logistics system.
• Process and allocate grower prices accurately.
• Assist with producer payments in collaboration with designated personnel.
• Compare invoices for imported fruit against purchase orders (PO's) sent to suppliers.
• Ensure invoices are signed off by the program coordinator before acceptance and payment.
• Process producer payments on the banking platform and logistics system.
• Compile and send producer remittances and payslips.

Reconciliations and Reporting

• Perform ad-hoc reconciliations as required.
• Assist with compiling financial reports related to producer transactions

Team Support

• Help other finance team members during peak season.
• Support in maintaining compliance with internal controls and company policies.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or Certificate in Finance/Accounting or equivalent qualification
• Preferred 2 years in a finance or accounting role (experience in agriculture/export industry advantageous).