Assistant Financial Accountant

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTF020615/AM

Date posted:

Tuesday, March 18, 2025

Location:

Capetown, South Africa

Salary:

300 000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Are you eager to be part of an international company launching a new division in South Africa? Our client is seeking a proactive and adaptable Assistant Financial Accountant to play a key role in their growing finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to take on new challenges in a fast-paced environment, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to a business in its expansion phase. If you thrive in dynamic settings and enjoy problem-solving, this role is for you!

POSITION INFO:

Prepare and deliver high-quality management accounts, including variance analysis and reporting to internal stakeholders
Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations, manage inter-company positions, and oversee payroll financial accounting processes
Ensure alignment with company policies and strict reporting deadlines
Work closely with Commercial Finance to maintain accurate budgets, forecasts, accruals, and prepayments for month-end accounts
Assist with audits, regulatory reporting, and VAT return submissions
Support interest calculations and foreign exchange exposure assessments
Contribute to the successful integration of a new accounting system (Microsoft Dynamics)
Uphold internal controls and stay updated on technical accounting developments, providing valuable insights to the team

Skills & Experience:
Completed articles OR a completed degree with 3+ years of accounting experience
Ability to thrive in fast-changing environments and adapt to new challenges
Experience in any of the following is highly advantageous:
Taking on a completely new role with no prior handover
Help establish a startup company or new finance division
Managing a financial data cleanup project
Assisting with the implementation of a new finance system

Qualification:
Completed BCom degree or equivalent
Completed SAICA or SAIPA Articles (highly beneficial)

Contact ALEXANDRA MALONEY on 021 418 1750, quoting the Ref: CTF020615.

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