Job Opportunities in South Africa

The Role
A highly organized and detail-oriented Financial Assistant is sought to assist in managing our client’s financial records, ensure accurate financial reporting, and maintain compliance with accounting standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including ledgers, journals, and spreadsheets.
• Ensure confidentiality and security of all financial information.
• Reconcile bank statements and ensure accurate financial reporting
• Prepare and review financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements.
• ⁠Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• ⁠Perform other accounting and administrative tasks as required
• Fact-check accounting data
• Reconcile company accounts
• Process payroll and track payroll data
• Proficiency in preparing tax payments and returns
• Collaborate with staff accountants as needed

Skills and Experience

REQUIREMENTS:

• 3+ years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting
• Matriculation with tertiary degree/diploma in accounting preferred.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Xero, Pay Space).
• ⁠Proficiency in Excel spreadsheets, formulas, and data analysis tools.
• ⁠Strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.
• ⁠Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• ⁠Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• ⁠Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize projects.
• ⁠Excellent data entry skills.
• ⁠Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Criminal and Credit clearance will be required.
• A level-headed and confident personality is what we are looking for.
• Driver’s licence with own vehicle essential.

Other
This is an urgent position and would suit applicants already living in Plettenberg Bay and surrounds or in the process of relocation.
All POPI requirements respected.
Should you not receive a response within 10 days please consider your application unsuccessful. Thank you!

Job Reference: LHR00027