Assistant Accountant

SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for an Assistant Accountant to support their finance team with accurate financial record-keeping, reconciliations, reporting, and compliance activities. This role is essential to the smooth running of daily accounting operations and plays a key part in month-end and year-end processes. Experience with ERP systems such as SAP will be an advantage.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

• Support accounts payable and receivable functions, including purchase order creation, invoice processing, and payment runs.
• Reconcile supplier and customer accounts and resolve any discrepancies.
• Manage intercompany transactions, including reconciliations and re-billing.
• Maintain and update fixed asset registers and process depreciation entries.
• Process journal entries, accruals, and general ledger adjustments.
• Assist the Group Accountant with day-to-day finance operations and transactional activities.
• Ensure proper filing and archiving of financial documents for audit and compliance purposes.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure accurate financial data flow.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and support efficiency initiatives.
• Perform any additional duties as required by the Finance Executives.

Key Competencies

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Proactive, organised, and eager to learn.
• A collaborative team player.

Qualifications

• Matric or equivalent required.
• A certificate or diploma in finance, accounting, or administration is advantageous.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience, preferably in a retail or FMCG environment.

Systems & Software Skills

• Familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems is advantageous.
• Advanced Excel skills are essential.