Junior Finance Assistant

INTELLISTAFF; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Gauteng, JHB is seeking a Junior Finance Assistant to support financial operations. The ideal candidate will have a Diploma in Accounting and 3 years of relevant experience. Key responsibilities include processing invoices and managing accounts, along with updating financial records and assisting with audits. Proficiency in Xero and advanced Microsoft Excel skills are essential for this role. This position offers an opportunity to grow within the finance team.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Good understanding of bookkeeping principles and financial regulations.
• Proficient in Xero and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Accurately processing supplier invoices and customer receipts.
• Managing accounts payable and receivable.
• Updating financial spreadsheets and bank reconciliations.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and filing systems.
• Collecting data for reports and analyzing financial info.
• Processing bank deposits and assisting with audits.

Skills

Bookkeeping principles

Financial regulations

Xero proficiency

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Valid driver's license

Education

Diploma in Accounting

Job description

Key Requirements

• Must have a good understanding of bookkeeping principles and financial regulations
• Must be proficient in Xero and have advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Must have a valid driver's license

Location: Cosmo City, JHB

Requirements

• Diploma in Accounting
• 3 years of experience in a similar role
• Must have a good understanding of bookkeeping principles and financial regulations
• Must be proficient in Xero and have advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Must have a valid driver's license

Responsibilities

• Accurately processing supplier invoices, customer receipts, journal entries, and payments.
• Managing accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR), including invoicing, debt collection, and reconciliations.
• Updating financial spreadsheets, reconciling bank statements, and maintaining accurate general ledgers.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records and filing systems.
• Collecting data for reports, assisting with management reports, and analyzing financial information.
• Processing bank deposits and performing bank reconciliations.
• Assisting with audits and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
• Supporting the broader finance team with month-end closing and other periodic accounting processes.
• Handling clerical tasks such as filing documents, managing mail, and scheduling finance-related meetings.

Junior Finance Assistant • Gauteng, JHB - Northern Suburbs