Job description
The Finance Assistant ensures the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial records, supporting the company’s financial health and strategic decision-making. This role involves managing the Accounts payable function, reconciliations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to enhance financial processes.
Reports to: Financial Controller
Please note: This role requires a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a directly related field. Unfortunately, diplomas or certificates without a degree will not be considered.
Workplace: Hybrid, 2-3 days a week. There will be on-site interviews at our Cape Town office. Only candidates that are currently based in Cape Town will be considered.
Hours: Our working hours are 09:00–18:00 UK time. For candidates in South Africa, this is 10:00–19:00 (late March to late October) and 11:00–20:00 (late October to late March).
Responsibilities:
Invoice Processing & Management: Verify and approve invoices for accuracy, compliance, and approvals. Ensure timely and accurate entry of invoices into accounting systems.
Payment Processing: Manage and execute payments, ensuring they are completed on time and within agreed terms. Oversee multiple payment methods, including bank transfers. Reconcile accounts payable transactions with bank statements.
Financial Reporting & Compliance: Support the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and complete financial records. Maintain accounts payable reports, including aging reports, for management review. Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and legal regulations.
Process Improvement: Identify and implement process automation to enhance efficiency in accounts payable. Develop and maintain financial controls to ensure accuracy and consistency.
Cash Flow & Forecasting: Monitor and manage working capital and coordinate payment schedules. Assist in preparing accurate and timely cash flow forecasts. Manage currency holdings to optimise financial efficiency.
Risk Management: Implement controls to detect and prevent fraud within payment processes. Regularly assess financial risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
Collaboration & Problem Resolution: Work closely with finance and operations teams to ensure accurate reporting and smooth workflows. Address and resolve escalated accounts payable issues. Provide financial support and insights to internal stakeholders.
Proven experience in a finance role (typically 3+ years).
Degree in Finance, and preferably a professional qualification.
Experience with invoice processing, payment runs, and bank reconciliations.
Strong understanding of accounting principles and standards (e.g., IFRS or GAAP).
Experience supporting month-end close processes and preparing financial reports.
Background in working with financial controls and compliance frameworks.
Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
Strong Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, reconciliations).
Ability to identify and implement process improvements, especially in automation.
Understanding of cash flow management and working capital principles.
Exposure to multi-currency environments and international payment processes.
Knowledge of compliance and regulatory frameworks relevant to accounts payable.
Please note: This is a hybrid role, with 2-3 days in the office each week. You must be comfortable working UK hours 09:00–18:00 GMT, including adjustments for daylight savings which may shift to 10:00–19:00 or 11:00–20:00 SA time
- 23 days paid holiday days (plus public holidays)
- An extra day off for your birthday - because who wants to work on their birthday?
- Hybrid working model
- Opportunities to innovate
- Better Help coverage for mental health support
- Laptop - for business use
- Salary: R15,000- R20,000 per month (dependent on experience)
