Junior Financial Manager to be based in Somerset West

About the position

WE ARE HIRING AND LOOKING TO ADD A JUNIOR FINANCIAL MANAGER TO OUR TEAM!

Are you a meticulous finance professional who has a strong desire to support organizational success and a passion for numbers?
We strongly advise you to apply if you are motivated to advance your financial career and thrive in a fast-paced workplace!
Come work with us and have an influence while we explore the fascinating world of finance!

The purpose of the role is to:

oversee and manage the financial operations of the company, with a primary focus on managing and controlling borrower and lender transactions, often referred to as the "Loan Book" or Portfolio.
If you have the following qualities, then this role is for you:

Skills & Competencies

• Experienced in Financial Instruments and basic knowledge of IFRS 9 (preferably)
• Experienced Accounting in multiple currencies and simple group consolidations
• Knowledge of ERP System and cloud-based accounting software
• Able to review regulatory requirements & ensure compliance
• Able to understand tax laws and ensure compliance
• Proficient in Microsoft Office - Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Good understanding of business finance

Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail
• Analytical skills
• Good time management
• Deadline driven
• Excellent oral and written communication skillsThe minimum requirements for the role are:

Non-Negotiable requirements:

• Completed articles at an audit/accounting firm
• Proficient in MS Office Suite with excellent Excel knowledge

Conditions of employment

• You must consent to a Credit and Criminal Check and have a Clear criminal and Credit record
• You must have a valid Driver's license and own reliable transport if you do not reside in Somerset West area

Desired Skills:

• Excel
• Accounting
• Articles
• Financial
• Audit

Desired Work Experience:

• 2 to 5 years

Desired Qualification Level & Accreditations:

• Diploma
• Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
• Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
• South African Institute of Chartered Accountant
• South African Institute of Professional Accountant
• Southern African Institute of Business Accountants

About The Employer:

Africa Global Trade Finance (AGTF) is a non-bank financial institution established in 2016 to support trade and economic growth in Africa through trade finance with companies registered in United Kingdom, South Africa & Mauritius.

We provide secured financing facilities to small and medium sized enterprises, Commodity Importers, Exporters and Traders with regular, self-liquidating transaction flows, into or out of Sub-Saharan Africa, those who may be otherwise overlooked or have outgrown by traditional trade finance providers.