Hybrid Assistant Financial Manager – Paarl, WC

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking an Assistant Financial Manager to support the Financial Manager with reporting, GL management, and analysis. The role combines office-based duties with remote work in a hybrid setup.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance, 2–4 years in finance, and knowledge of QuickBooks/Sage and Excel. CIMA/ACCA/SAIPA progress is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Pursuing or completed professional accounting qualification (CIMA/ACCA/SAIPA) preferred.
• 2-4 years in accounting/finance roles.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks, Sage and Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Familiarity with agriculture is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Manage general ledger and ensure accuracy of transactions.
• Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist budgeting and forecasting across departments.
• Conduct financial analysis to support decisions.
• Process accounts payable and receivable as needed.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies.
• Support annual audit with docs and explanations.
• Prepare financial reports/presentations for management.
• Identify and implement finance process improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Accounting qualification pursuit (CIMA/ACCA/SAIPA)

Tools

Excel

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking an Assistant Financial Manager to support the Financial Manager with reporting, GL management, and analysis. The role combines office-based duties with remote work in a hybrid setup.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance, 2–4 years in finance, and knowledge of QuickBooks/Sage and Excel. CIMA/ACCA/SAIPA progress is preferred.