Assistant Accountant

Korridor is looking for an Assistant Accountant to join our Finance team in an on-site role based in Centurion. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day accounting function, including transaction processing, account reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, and the maintenance of accurate financial records. The role will also assist with month-end and year-end activities, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards. This position requires strong attention to detail, sound numerical and analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively in a structured, deadline-driven environment while contributing to the continuous improvement of finance processes.

What you will do

• Complete daily bank and cash office imports, allocations and reconciliations.
• Process invoices, journals and adjustments, ensuring valid supporting documents are obtained and filed.
• Prepare supplier, VAT and non-complex balance sheet reconciliations and clear reconciling items within deadlines.
• Investigate differences between operational and accounting systems, report exceptions and follow through to resolution.
• Support month-end, year-end, audit and tax submissions, including payroll-related tax where required.
• Maintain fixed asset information and identify items to be capitalized.
• Work with finance, audit, operations, tax consultants and Treasury on information requests, payments and exceptions.
• Support continuous improvement of finance processes and controls

What we are looking for

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Bookkeeping or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in an accounting or bookkeeping environment.
• Experience in high-volume reconciliations and transaction processing.
• Working knowledge of accounting systems such as Xero, Sage, SAP, Oracle or a similar ERP.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are non-negotiable.
• Understanding of VAT, supporting documentation requirements and financial controls.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy and ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Analytical and problem-solving ability, with confidence to investigate and resolve exceptions.
• Good written and verbal English communication skills, with the ability to work with finance and operations.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality and ability to work under pressure.
• Exposure to cash office, multi-currency, cross-border or Sub-Saharan Africa operations.
• Experience supporting tax consultants, auditors or statutory submissions.