Financial Officer

Hire Resolve; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Finance Officer to join their team in Cape Town. This vital role focuses on accounts receivable management, credit control, and cash flow monitoring. The ideal candidate will have a financial diploma and 2-3 years of experience in a financial role, particularly in accounts receivable. Strong attention to detail and the ability to collaborate across functions are crucial. Proficiency with accounting software, especially Pastel, and strong analytical skills are necessary for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience in a generalist finance role, focusing on accounts receivable and credit control.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting software.
• Knowledge of POPIA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts receivable management and collection.
• Ensure accurate invoicing and monthly customer statements.
• Conduct credit risk assessments and set collection targets.
• Perform balance sheet and bank statement reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly reports for management review.

Skills

Financial principles

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Advanced Excel

Education

Financial diploma in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Pastel

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

A leading company is seeking an experienced Finance Officer to join their team in Cape Town. Reporting directly to the Financial Manager, this key role is responsible for accounts receivable management, credit control, cash flow monitoring, and general ledger maintenance. The ideal candidate will have a financial diploma and 2–3 years of experience in a generalist finance role, including accounts receivable and credit control. The position requires strong attention to detail, financial acumen, and the ability to collaborate across functions to support business objectives. If you have experience with financial principles, accounting software like Pastel, and possess strong analytical skills, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts receivable, including timely collection, allocation of payments, and managing overdue accounts.
• Ensure accurate and timely invoicing and distribute monthly customer statements.
• Conduct credit risk assessments and recommend credit limits.
• Set and monitor collection targets to manage cash flow.
• Perform balance sheet and bank statement reconciliations.
• Prepare various monthly reports for management review.
• Assist with audit preparation by collating documentation and acting as a liaison for queries.

Requirements

• Financial diploma in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 2-3 years’ experience in a generalist finance role, with a focus on accounts receivable and credit control.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting software, including Pastel.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and spreadsheet reporting (Advanced Excel is advantageous).
• Knowledge and understanding of POPIA compliance.

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Adrienne Steyn at Hire Resolve on [e-mail] or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: [e-mail]

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.