Finance Officer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFC025510/Char

Date posted:

Monday, November 2, 2026

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

Salary:

Annually

SUMMARY:

Finance Officer (4-Month Contract) | Hybrid | Midrand

Looking for your next finance contract opportunity?
Join a dynamic and professional organisation where your analytical skills, attention to detail, and finance expertise will make an immediate impact.
This opportunity is ideal for a finance professional seeking valuable exposure within a collaborative environment while covering a maternity leave contract.

POSITION INFO:

Company and Job Description:

An established organisation is seeking a Finance Officer to join their finance team on a 4-month fixed-term contract. This opportunity offers a hybrid working environment and exposure to a fast-paced finance function where accuracy, efficiency, and accountability are essential.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting daily finance operations, maintaining accurate financial records, performing reconciliations, and assisting with financial reporting. The organisation values professionalism, ownership, and a strong commitment to meeting deadlines.

This position is based in Midrand, with preference given to candidates residing between Fourways and Hatfield for ease of travel to the office.

If you are a proactive finance professional who thrives in a deadline-driven environment and can hit the ground running, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform account reconciliations and investigate variances
Maintain accurate financial records and financial reporting schedules
Assist with month-end finance processes and reporting requirements
Process financial transactions in accordance with company procedures
Prepare and analyse financial information and supporting schedules
Ensure compliance with internal controls and finance policies
Support the finance team with ad hoc projects and reporting requirements

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Education:

BCom Accounting Degree (Non-Negotiable)

Experience:

Minimum 2 years' relevant finance experience
Experience working within a corporate finance environment
Previous exposure to financial reporting and reconciliations

Skills:

Sage Evolution (Non-Negotiable)
Advanced Microsoft Excel (Non-Negotiable)
Full Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Competencies:

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Meticulous attention to detail
Deadline-driven with excellent organisational skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and within a team environment

Additional Information:

Hybrid working model
Midrand-based office
Fixed-term contract (approximately 4 months)
Intended start date: 4 January 2027
Candidates must be flexible as an earlier start date may be required
Employment Equity: Open

Apply now!

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I also specialise in recruiting in the following:
- Junior Accountant
- Accounting Assistant
- Accounts Clerk
- Bookkeeper
- Debtors Clerk
- Creditors Clerk
- Finance Administrator

If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.

For more information, contact:
Charmian Scheepers
Specialist Recruitment Consultant

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