[ref. b6438818] Finance Assistant - Maitland, Cape Town

Finance Assistant Manufacturing Sector

Are you an enthusiastic and dynamic Finance Assistant looking to grow your career in a reputable, well-established manufacturing company? Our client, a leading player in the engineering and industrial manufacturing sector, is seeking a driven individual to join their Finance Department.

This position is reporting to the Management Accountant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare routine calculations, reports, and analysis
• Handle invoicing across creditors, debtors, and sales
• Reconcile discrepancies and general ledger accounts
• Maintain cashbooks and assist with procurement functions (GRNs, POs)
• Load and manage payments via ERP system and banking platforms
• Assist with VAT and EMP submissions and SARS communication
• Support month-end journals, reporting, and year-end procedures
• Manage asset depreciation, additions, and disposals
• Handle foreign transactions, imports, exports, and customs processes
• Assist with forecasting, cost-saving initiatives, and financial analysis
• Collaborate with colleagues and assist on daily financial tasks and ad hoc projects

Minimum Requirements:

• Educational Qualification:
• Grade 12
• N4 Financial Management Certificate OR Diploma in Financial/Cost Accounting, a degree would be highly beneficial
• Must be busy with Saica articles or has completed Saica articles
• Experience:
• 45 years experience in a finance-related role (preferably in manufacturing)
• Languages:
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans
• Technical Competencies:
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• ERP experience essential (SAP exposure highly advantageous)
• Strong understanding of financial principles and reconciliations
• SA Citizens only
• Must be Criminal and Credit Clear
• Must reside in the Greater Cape Town area

Personal Attributes:

• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written)
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Able to handle pressure and meet deadlines
• Team player with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset

• Be part of a respected and forward-thinking manufacturing environment
• Gain exposure to end-to-end finance processes including international transactions
• Work in a performance-driven, collaborative team culture
• Career development and growth opportunities