Graduate Finance Officer

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic FMCG company in Cape Town is seeking a Graduate Finance Officer for a 6-month contract. This role offers the chance to gain hands-on experience in financial operations, working alongside professionals in a fast-paced environment. Key responsibilities include cash book maintenance, bank reconciliations, and support in debtors management. The ideal candidate will have a degree or diploma in Accounting or Finance and basic Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Essential degree or diploma in Accounting or Finance.
• Basic Excel skills for data entry and reporting.
• Reliable transport to the on-site location.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update cash books for accurate daily entries.
• Perform bank reconciliations to support financial accuracy.
• Assist in debtors management and collections support.
• Prepare financial transactions in accordance with policies.
• Support month-end process with relevant documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams for smooth operations.

Education

Diploma or Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Are you a motivated finance graduate ready to take the first step in your career within a fast-paced FMCG environment? We are seeking a Graduate Finance Officer to join our finance team on a 6-month contract. This role offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in financial operations while working alongside experienced professionals in a dynamic, high-volume environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update cash books to ensure accurate daily entries.
• Perform bank and account reconciliations to support financial accuracy.
• Assist in debtors management, including follow-ups and collections support.
• Prepare and capture financial transactions in accordance with company policies.
• Support the month-end process by compiling and verifying relevant documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth financial operations.
• Use Excel for basic reporting, data entry, and reconciliation purposes.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting or Finance (essential).
• Basic Excel skills, comfortable using spreadsheets for data entry and reporting.
• Reliable transport to the Atlantis office (this is an on-site role).
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and willingness to learn.
• A can-do attitude with the ability to work effectively within a team.