Financial Assistant (Centurion)

Purpose of the Job:

The main purpose of this position is to assist the Divisional Financial Manager with all functions related to the division's financial processes. He or she must have a high level of attention to detail, the ability to contribute to strategic and tactical objectives. Energy, initiative and enthusiasm is required.

Job Objectives

• Month-end reporting through general ledger summaries and ensuring all transactions are accurately captured by cost centre and respective regions.
• Perform trend analysis between periods and identify reasons for variances; Assisting with budgets.
• Compiling of reports Provide support in respect of any ad-hoc activities or projects as required by the business.
• Daily processing and reconciliation of supplier invoices.
• Assist in maintaining accurate and complete fixed asset registers.
• Assist in monthly/ weekly supplier payment runs.
• Preparation and processing of month end journal entries in line with monthly timetable.
• Assist with maintaining a strong financial control environment.
• Work effectively within a team, whilst balancing own priorities.

Qualifications

• Essential Grade 12, National Senior Certificate
• Beneficial Diploma in Bookkeeping/Accounting or studying towards a degree in Accounting is preferred.

Experience

• Essential +1 year in an administrative role with exposure to the specific functional area (portfolio) you are applying for.

Knowledge and Skills

• Experience within the FMCG, retail sector or similar - (preferred).
• High level of accuracy and efficiency.
• Attention to detail.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Display good planning and organizing ability.
• Able to cope with stressful situations.
• Able to deal with different individuals at all levels in the organization.
• Proactive approach with the ability to think ahead in a fast-paced environment.
• Must know how to Multi -task in a fast - paced environment.
• Must be Deadline driven.