Financial Assistant

Recruiter:

Merand Corbett & Associates

Job Ref:

CPT002290/Belin

Date posted:

Friday, June 26, 2026

Location:

Somerset West, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and organised Financial Assistant to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the finance function through accurate creditor administration, fleet and asset management, staff administration, and general financial and operational support. Previous experience using Pastel Partner is essential.

POSITION INFO:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Process and reconcile supplier invoices, purchase orders, credit notes, and creditor payments.
Prepare creditor payment schedules, remittances, and maintain accurate creditor records.
Liaise with suppliers regarding outstanding invoices and account queries.
Administer petty cash and ensure accurate reconciliation and recordkeeping.
Process monthly garage card and business credit card transactions.
Manage fleet administration, including fuel reconciliations, vehicle registrations, licence renewals, fleet cards, and vehicle logs.
Maintain the fixed asset register and monitor asset acquisitions and movements.
Assist with recruitment administration, including advertising vacancies, screening CVs, and coordinating interviews.
Prepare monthly overtime, deductions, and employee tracker reports for payroll processing.
Manage insurance administration, protective clothing, and customer credit applications.
Assist with external audits and B-BBEE verification documentation.
Perform general financial and administrative duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

2–5 years' experience working with Pastel Partner (essential).
Previous experience in creditors/accounts payable and financial administration.
Strong reconciliation, numerical, and administrative skills.
Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience with fleet, asset, payroll, or HR administration will be advantageous.

*ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED*

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