Finance Administrator

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POSITION INFO:
About the role:

The Finance Administrator will be responsible for supporting the clients financial operations through accurate stock
management, reconciliations, and basic accounting practices. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Junior Accountant will
ensure that inventory records are precise and financial transactions are processed efficiently and in line with standard
accounting principles.

Responsibilities:

• Perform stock counts and reconcile inventory records to ensure the accuracy and reliability of reported figures.
• Process daily financial transactions, such as processing of bank statements and recording expenses,
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and financial statements supporting documents (such as fixed asset register).
• Contribute to the financial section of business plans.
• Support the Finance Manager with month-end and year-end closing activities, including reconciling accounts and preparing reports.
• Liaise with third parties, and obtain necessary documentation and clarifying information as needed.
• Assist in statutory returns and preparation of supporting documents and schedules to support the returns.
• Monitor and ensure the accuracy of transactional processing and assist in maintaining efficient financial workflows.

• South African Unemployed youth between the ages of 18 and 34
• Must not have participated on the YES Programme before
• Qualified in Bachelors of Accounting or Financial Management.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles such as Debits, Credits and the importance of balancing,
• Familiar with Layout and contents of financial statements through studies,
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy,
• Proactive and eager to learn, with a hands-on approach to tasks,
• Passionate about accounting and driven to expand knowledge in the field,
• Highly organized, with the ability to maintain and organize supporting documents efficiently,
• Ability to conduct reconciliations and assist in stock counts (accurately counting stock),
• Good communication skills for liaising with others (email or telephonically),
• Dependable and able to meet deadlines within a fast-paced environment,
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word or willingness to learn.