04/08/2025
Job Title: Finance Assistant (Accounts)
Location: St Andrews Drive, Durban North, 4051, KZN, South Africa
Job Type: Full Time in Office, Monday to Friday
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: ZAR15 000 – ZAR18 000 pm (experience dependant)
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, and journal entries
Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
Reconcile supplier accounts and resolve any outstanding queries
Day to day book keeping activities
Reconcile customer accounts and support credit control activities
Process supplier invoices, credit notes, and staff expenses
Manage the accounts payable ledger: prepare payment runs and maintain accurate records
Manage the accounts receivable ledger: issue invoices, track receipts, and follow up on overdue accounts
Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures
Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in the accounting system
Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders (e.g., vendors and customers) to resolve account-related issues
Support audit processes
Assist with ad hoc finance tasks and reporting as directed by the Finance Manager
Key Skills and Qualifications:
Matric
3 Years Finance Working Experience (Accounts Assistant or finance role)
2 years Book Keeping experience is a must
Strong knowledge of basic accounting principles
Experience with management accounts and account reconciliations
Proficient in accounting software (e.g., Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, or similar) and Microsoft Excel
Finance qualification advantageous
Soft Skills
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, Strong organizational and time-management skills, Ability to work independently and as part of a team, Ability to communicate effectively in English. Reliable and accountable. Ability to work in fast paced environment and be part of a dynamic team.
