Key Responsibilities & Duties Capture and update daily financial transactions on accounting systems and spreadsheets Prepare and maintain balance sheets and financial reports Track, reconcile, and maintain bank statements and account records Compile cost analysis reports, including fixed and variable costs Process tax-related payments and maintain supporting documentation Assist with monthly payroll administration and maintain accurate payroll records Process and reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions Capture, process, and follow up on supplier and customer invoices Liaise with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders regarding finance-related queries Provide financial and administrative support during budgeting processes Assist with quarterly and annual financial audits Resolve internal and external supplier queries efficiently and professionally Apply a sound understanding of debit and credit principles in daily financial transactions Maintain high levels of supplier service through efficient administration and prompt query resolution Assess and action blocked accounts relating to credit terms, limits, or liquor licence requirements, ensuring suppliers are contacted promptly Prepare and reconcile creditor reconciliations accurately and timeously Allocate payments and remittances correctly to supplier accounts Distribute supplier remittances on a monthly basis Maintain accurate filing systems and ensure all financial records are audit-ready Ensure compliance with company financial policies and procedures at all times Qualifications Matric certificate Bachelors Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics Experience Previous experience in a Finance Assistant, Finance Officer, Accounts Assistant, or similar finance-related role Sound understanding of accounting and bookkeeping principles and procedures Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including spreadsheets, reconciliations, and financial formulas Experience working on accounting systems such as Pastel Evolution or similar financial software Proven ability to compile, maintain, and produce accurate financial records and reports Experience handling accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, invoicing, and supplier queries Skills & Attributes Strong organisational and time-management abilities with the capacity to meet deadlines Ability to gather, interpret, and process financial information accurately within business processes Good understanding of accounting principles, including journals, allocations, debits, credits, and reconciliations High level of accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies or numerical errors Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a finance team Professional communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with suppliers, clients, and internal stakeholders Customer-service orientated approach with strong administrative and query-resolution skills Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information professionally