Accountant Assistant

We are looking for an Accountant Assistant to join our dynamic finance team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for ensuring that our cash book balances at month end, and that all reconciliations are accurately prepared and submitted on time for review. Your expertise will support the smooth financial operations and compliance within our organization.

You will be working for a company that is over 100 years old with strong values. In return for your services, you will be paid a competitive remuneration package. You will be working for an organization that values employee development and rewards excellent performance.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Take ownership of daily cash planning, ensuring funds are managed efficiently and cash flow is optimized.

• Perform detailed reconciliations of general ledger accounts to maintain accurate financial records.

• Conduct thorough reviews of branch reconciliations for funds received at various branches to ensure completeness and accuracy.

• Approve and accurately code bank statements, ensuring transactions are reflected correctly in the ledger.

• Perform monthly cash book reconciliations to verify all cash transactions are properly recorded.

• Provide relief support for junior team members and similar finance roles when required, sharing your expertise and ensuring continuity.

• Process journal entries into the general ledger to support month-end and year-end financial processes.

• Prepare reports for the HR department to facilitate payroll and related activities.

• Handle the processing of overseas payments, ensuring compliance with company policies and relevant regulations.

• Approve invoices in accordance with the Delegation of Authority (DOA), maintaining control over expenditure and adherence to internal controls.

• A recognized Finance qualification is essential to be considered for this role.

• 3 years experience in a Finance role

• Proven experience in general ledger and balance sheet reconciliations.

• Strong expertise in cash book reconciliations and financial record accuracy.

• Familiarity with journal processing and financial reporting.

• Experience in handling bank statement coding and approvals.

• Ability to work independently and take initiative to meet deadlines.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with great attention to detail.

Equity Statement: We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within wherever possible. “Preference will be given to suitably qualified individuals from previously disadvantaged groups in South Africa.”