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Junior Financial Manager

Full-time

Helderberg Personnel

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
To oversee and coordinate the day-to-day financial administration and reporting function, ensuring accurate financial records, effective financial controls and compliance with statutory requirements.

The successful candidate will provide financial information, analysis and reporting to support management decision-making, budgeting, cash flow management and the overall financial performance of the business.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manage daily financial administration, including cashbook, petty cash, bank and debtor reconciliations
  • Oversee creditor reconciliations, supplier payments, credit notes and monthly payment schedules
  • Prepare journal entries, trial balances and monthly management accounts
  • Compile financial reports, expense comparisons and financial analysis
  • Monitor cash flow, receipts and payments, identifying opportunities for improved cost control
  • Manage foreign currency sales invoices, forex bank reconciliations and related reporting
  • Coordinate monthly payroll, salary schedules and related administration
  • Prepare and submit EMP201 and VAT201 reconciliations and returns via SARS e-filing
  • Manage bi-annual IRP5 submissions and assist with other statutory and regulatory compliance requirements
  • Maintain fixed asset registers and oversee annual stocktakes and audit verification
  • Prepare financial documentation and schedules for annual audits and liaise with external auditors
  • Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial planning
  • Provide financial guidance and support to the Directors
  • Assist with HR-related administration and compliance, including EE, BBBEE, POPIA and relevant SETA/W&RSETA submissions
MINIMUM CRITERIA

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Financial Management
  • 3–5 years' relevant experience in a finance or management accounting environment
  • Previous experience in a similar financial management or accounting role
  • Exposure to statutory submissions, payroll, financial reporting and audit preparation
Technical Skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Pastel accounting software essential
  • Working knowledge of Xero and Sage Payroll advantageous
  • Sound understanding of VAT, PAYE, UIF and SARS e-filing requirements
  • Strong computer literacy and financial administration skills
  • Basic HR knowledge and exposure to statutory compliance
Industry & Personal Attributes
  • Previous experience in the engineering, marine, maritime or technical services industry advantageous, but not essential
  • Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Good communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Able to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities
  • Reliable, professional and deadline-driven
  • Must be able to travel to Paarden Eiland, Cape Town
If you are a motivated finance professional looking to take the next step in your career and broaden your financial management experience, we would love to hear from you.
Vacancy posted 20 hours ago
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