Junior Finance Administrator

Kontak Recruitment; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 134,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Kontak Recruitment in Johannesburg is seeking a Junior Finance Administrator to support day-to-day financial administration for a growing IT services company. Based in Bryanston, you will handle creditors and debtors functions, maintain records, and ensure accuracy while collaborating with multiple stakeholders.

The role requires attention to detail, basic accounting software knowledge (Xero/DEAR) and intermediate Excel skills, with a hybrid work arrangement after an initial in-office training

Qualifications

• Matric/Grade 12 required.
• Previous experience in a finance or accounts administration role.
• Working knowledge of accounting software such as Xero or DEAR.
• Intermediate Excel skills are required.
• Fiber connectivity at home is required.

Responsibilities

• Capturing and processing supplier invoices, including operating expenses.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies.
• Maintaining supplier records, including onboarding and updates.
• Liaising with suppliers regarding invoices, statements and delivery documentation.
• Processing credit notes and foreign supplier invoices.
• Preparing and issuing customer invoices including foreign invoices.
• Allocating customer payments accurately and maintaining customer accounts.
• Responding to customer invoicing and account queries.

Skills

Detail oriented

Organised

Excel

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Matric/Grade 12

Finance qualification (adv)

Tools

Xero

DEAR

Job description

Junior Finance Administrator job vacancy in Johannesburg.

We are currently looking for a Junior Finance Administrator for a permanent position based in Bryanston, Johannesburg.

This role supports the day-to-day financial administration of a growing IT Services company. The Finance Administrator will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and supporting both creditors and debtors functions.

The position suits someone who is detail-oriented, organised, and comfortable working with accounting systems and multiple stakeholders.

Salary: R12 000 – R17 000 CTC per month + Incentives on achieved targets.

Working Arrangement: First three month in office for training and then hybrid.

What we are looking for:

• Essential
  • Matric / Grade 12
  • Previous experience in a finance or accounts administration role
  • Working knowledge of accounting software (e.g. Xero, DEAR or similar systems)
  • Comfortable using Excel at an intermediate level
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Fiber connectivity at home
• Advantageous
  • A tertiary qualification in finance or accounting, or currently studying towards one
  • Exposure to foreign invoices or multi-currency transactions
  • Own vehicle preferred

Skills and Attributes:

• Organised and able to manage routine tasks independently
• Proactive approach to resolving queries and discrepancies
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Professional, ethical, and reliable working style
• Able to work effectively as part of a team

Key Responsibilities:

• Creditors administration
  • Capturing and processing supplier invoices, including operating expenses
  • Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
  • Maintaining supplier records, including onboarding and updates
  • Liaising with suppliers regarding invoices, statements, and delivery documentation
  • Processing credit notes and foreign supplier invoices
• Debtors administration
  • Preparing and issuing customer invoices, including foreign invoices where required
  • Allocating customer payments accurately
  • Maintaining customer account records
  • Responding to customer invoicing and account queries