Finance Administrator

About the position

Our client based in Airport Industrial is seeking a Finance Administrator to join their team.
QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE:
Recordkeeping, Cashbook Administration & Data Security

• Maintain and update supplier records, including archiving reconciliations and related documentation
• Record all cash transactions and reconcile bank statements accurately
• Manage both foreign currency and Rand cashbooks with weekly reconciliations
• Uphold strict confidentiality and security of all sensitive financial data

Customer Billing:

• Receive, review, and accurately capture customer invoices and credit notes
• Ensure timely and error-free invoicing to uphold high quality standards

Supplier & Expense Claims Management:

• Process supplier invoices and credit notes with precision
• Complete supplier credit applications promptly and manage supplier relationships
• Prepare and submit reconciliations for both supplier and staff expense claims to ensure timely payments
• Oversee and control supplier discounts, and maintain detailed records including purchase orders
• Report on Accounts Payable aging weekly and proactively prompt resolution of invoice queries

Support, Collaboration & Compliance:

• Assist with month-end closing activities, audits, and ad hoc projects
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve discrepancies or issues swiftly
• Ensure compliance with established systems, processes, and relevant legislation
• Identify opportunities to streamline and improve payable processes

KEY ATTRIBUTES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and mathematical abilities
• Exceptional administrative skills with keen attention to detail
• High integrity, commitment, and the ability to work effectively under pressure

QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Preferred: Bookkeeping Diploma
• Advantageous: Accounting or Credit Management Qualification
• 2 – 4 years’ experience in a similar role
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, VAT rules, and 
• debtor/creditor management
• Proficiency in Intermediate to Advanced Excel
• Experience in the Freight Industry is a plus

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Desired Skills:

• debtor/creditor
• VAT
• Finance Administrator