Financial Assistant

University of Fort Hare; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Fort Hare is seeking a Financial Assistant for their Stellenbosch office. This role supports the finance team through accurate invoice verification, reconciliations, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a financial qualification and no prior experience is necessary. Responsibilities include ensuring proper documentation, maintaining supplier relationships, and assisting with audit preparations.

The position offers an opportunity to contribute to smooth financial operations during peak seasons and support various finance tasks as directed.

Qualifications

• Financial qualification required, no experience necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support invoice verification and processing.
• Assist in financial reconciliations and reporting.
• Ensure adherence to financial controls and procedures.
• Provide support to the finance team as needed.

Education

Financial qualification

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 financial qualification and no experience is required.

Job Purpose

The Financial Assistant supports the finance team by ensuring the accurate invoice verification, reconciliations, and financial reporting. The role contributes to maintaining strong supplier relationships through timely payments, accurate documentation, and adherence to financial controls. By supporting day‑to‑day financial administration and assisting with ad hoc finance functions, the role helps ensure smooth financial operations, particularly during peak season.

Key Responsibility Areas

Invoice Verification & Purchase Order Control

• Verify imported fruit and invoices against approved purchase orders.
• Ensure all invoices are correctly matched before processing.
• Follow up on missing or incorrect supporting documentation.
• Ensure all invoices receive the required approval before payment processing.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal departments regarding invoice queries

Reconciliations & Financial Reporting

• Perform ad hoc reconciliations as assigned.
• Investigate and resolve reconciliation discrepancies.
• Assist in compiling cost‑related financial reports.
• Maintain supporting documentation for reconciliations and reporting.
• Provide information required for management reporting and audits

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Ensure adherence to company financial controls and procedures.
• Maintain accurate supporting documentation for all financial transactions.
• Verify that required approvals are obtained before processing transactions.
• Support audit preparation by providing accurate records and documentation.
• Assist in maintaining finance department compliance standards.

Finance Team Support

• Provide administrative and operational support to the finance team.
• Assist with peak‑season finance activities and special projects.
• Respond to finance team requests within agreed timeframes.
• Support payment, reporting, and reconciliation processes as required.
• Assist with ad hoc finance tasks assigned by management