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.
• 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.
• Deadline driven.