Junior Financial Manager

IntelliStaff; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

IntelliStaff in South Africa seeks a junior finance professional to support management accounts, reporting and general financial processing. You will draft monthly, quarterly and annual statements, assist with month-end close, and help prepare supporting schedules for senior management.

The role values accuracy, compliance and collaboration with other departments, with a clear path to a senior finance position within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in an accounting or finance role, ideally including exposure to management accounts preparation.
• Experience with general bookkeeping/processing tasks (accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations) preferred.
• A relevant degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (e.g., BCom Accounting).
• Studying towards or holding a professional qualification (e.g., SAIPA, CIMA, ACCA, or working towards CA(SA)) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Draft monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Prepare supporting schedules and variance analyses (budget vs. actual) for review by senior management.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and prepayments.
• Support the preparation of financial reports and presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Process day-to-day financial transactions as needed, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
• Capture and code invoices, payments, and receipts accurately in the accounting system.
• Assist with payroll processing and related reconciliations, where required.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and filing systems.
• Ensure transactions are processed in line with company policies, internal controls, and relevant accounting standards.
• Assist with the preparation of information for statutory returns, VAT/tax submissions, and audits.
• Identify and elevate discrepancies or process improvement opportunities.
• Work closely with the Financial Manager/Head of Finance and other departments to ensure smooth financial operations.
• Respond to internal queries regarding financial data, reports, and processes.
• Support ad hoc financial analysis and projects as required.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Financial reporting

Excel skills

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

BCom Accounting

SAIPA/CIMA/ACCA or CA(SA) candidate

Tools

Sage

Xero

Pastel

QuickBooks

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

1. Management Accounts & Reporting

• Draft monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.


• Prepare supporting schedules and variance analyses (budget vs. actual) for review by senior management.


• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and prepayments.


• Support the preparation of financial reports and presentations for management and stakeholders.

2. General Financial Processing

• Process day-to-day financial transactions as needed, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.


• Capture and code invoices, payments, and receipts accurately in the accounting system.


• Assist with payroll processing and related reconciliations, where required.


• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and filing systems.

3. Compliance & Controls

• Ensure transactions are processed in line with company policies, internal controls, and relevant accounting standards.


• Assist with the preparation of information for statutory returns, VAT/tax submissions, and audits.


• Identify and elevate discrepancies or process improvement opportunities.

4. Support & Collaboration

• Work closely with the Financial Manager/Head of Finance and other departments to ensure smooth financial operations.


• Respond to internal queries regarding financial data, reports, and processes.


• Support ad hoc financial analysis and projects as required.

Requirements:

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in an accounting or finance role, ideally including exposure to management accounts preparation.


• Experience with general bookkeeping/processing tasks (accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations) preferred.


• A relevant degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (e.g., BCom Accounting).


• Studying towards or holding a professional qualification (e.g., SAIPA, CIMA, ACCA, or working towards CA(SA)) is advantageous.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.


• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, Pastel, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills.


• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.


• Good time management and ability to meet deadlines, particularly around month-end.


• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.


• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.


• Willingness to take on varied tasks, from strategic reporting to routine processing.

Opportunity to develop into a senior finance role within a supportive team environment.