Financial / Office Administrator

Merand Corbett & Associates; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consulting firm in South Africa is looking for an detail-oriented candidate to manage financial records, generate invoices, and support day-to-day office tasks. The ideal candidate will have experience with tools like Xero and Pastel, a BCom or BAcc degree, and strong communication skills in English and Afrikaans. Key responsibilities include capturing transactions, maintaining compliance, and supporting annual audits.

Qualifications

• Accurately capture financial transactions and maintain records.
• Monitor budgets, forecasts, and cash flow.
• Prepare for annual audits and liaise with CFO.

Responsibilities

• Generate client invoices and manage relationships for timely payments.
• Maintain organized financial records to comply with regulations.
• Support day-to-day office operations and senior management.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Experience in using financial tools (Xero, Pastel, SimplePay)

Strong communication skills in both English and Afrikaans

Drivers license

Willingness to assist with various tasks

Education

BCom Accounting

BAcc

Tools

Xero

Pastel

SimplePay

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Accurately capture financial transactions and maintain financial records. Monitor budgets, forecasts, and cash flow; liaise with CFO and CEO to align income and expenses. Generate client invoices and manage relationships to encourage timely payments. Understand payment terms and manage creditor payments. Maintain online banking, set up payments, and ensure CFO or CEO authorisation. Review bank statements to capture data, monitor charges, and reconcile accounts. Prepare for annual audits and liaise with CFO and auditors for financial year‑end. Maintain organized financial records to comply with SARS regulations and company policy. Manage company secretarial records and statutory compliance. Manage logistic documents as required for tax and banking regulations. Support day‑to‑day office operations including running errands such as picking up documents or visas. Provide flexible support wherever needed to free up senior management for higher‑level tasks.

Skills & Requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience in using financial tools (Xero, Pastel, SimplePay, etc.).
• Drivers license.
• Willingness to assist with a variety of administrative and ad‑hoc tasks.

Preferred Skills

• BCom Accounting or BAcc.
• Experience with SARS eFiling and tax laws.
• Experience with supporting annual audit.
• Strong communication skills in both English and Afrikaans.

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