Finance Assistant

About the position

Our client in the renewable energy sector is urgently looking to employ a Junior Finance Assistant at their company
Our client in the renewable energy sector is urgently looking to employ a Junior Finance Assistant at their company

Location: Cosmo City, JHB

Requirements:

• Diploma in Accounting
• 3 years of experience in a similar role
• Must have a good understanding of bookkeeping principles and financial regulations
• Must be proficient in Xero and have advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Must have a valid driver's license

Responsibilities:

• Accurately processing supplier invoices, customer receipts, journal entries, and payments.
• Managing accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR), including invoicing, debt collection, and reconciliations.
• Updating financial spreadsheets, reconciling bank statements, and maintaining accurate general ledgers.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records and filing systems.
• Collecting data for reports, assisting with management reports, and analyzing financial information.
• Processing bank deposits and performing bank reconciliations.
• Assisting with audits and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
• Supporting the broader finance team with month-end closing and other periodic accounting processes.
• Handling clerical tasks such as filing documents, managing mail, and scheduling finance-related meetings.

Desired Skills:

• Advanced Excel
• Bookkeeping
• Xero