Finance Assistant - Maitland, Cape Town

SUMMARY:
Calling all Finance Assistants in the Manufacturing Industry!

POSITION INFO:

Finance Assistant – Manufacturing Sector

Are you an enthusiastic and dynamic Finance Assistant looking to grow your career in a reputable, well-established manufacturing company? Our client, a leading player in the engineering and industrial manufacturing sector, is seeking a driven individual to join their Finance Department.

This position is reporting to the Management Accountant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare routine calculations, reports, and analysis

• Handle invoicing across creditors, debtors, and sales

• Reconcile discrepancies and general ledger accounts

• Maintain cashbooks and assist with procurement functions (GRNs, POs)

• Load and manage payments via ERP system and banking platforms

• Assist with VAT and EMP submissions and SARS communication

• Support month-end journals, reporting, and year-end procedures

• Manage asset depreciation, additions, and disposals

• Handle foreign transactions, imports, exports, and customs processes

• Assist with forecasting, cost-saving initiatives, and financial analysis

• Collaborate with colleagues and assist on daily financial tasks and ad hoc projects

Minimum Requirements:

• Educational Qualification:

  • Grade 12

  • N4 Financial Management Certificate OR Diploma in Financial/Cost Accounting, a degree would be highly beneficial

• Experience:

  • 4–5 years’ experience in a finance-related role (preferably in manufacturing)

• Languages:

  • Fluent in English and Afrikaans

• Technical Competencies:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office

• ERP experience essential (SAP exposure highly advantageous)

• Strong understanding of financial principles and reconciliations

• SA Citizens only
• Must be Criminal and Credit Clear
• Must reside in the Greater Cape Town area

Personal Attributes:

• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written)

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities

• Able to handle pressure and meet deadlines

• Team player with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset

Why Join?

• Be part of a respected and forward-thinking manufacturing environment

• Gain exposure to end-to-end finance processes including international transactions

• Work in a performance-driven, collaborative team culture

• Career development and growth opportunities