Job Title: Finance Clerk / Junior Accountant
Company:ARVO
Job description: Job Title: Finance Clerk / Junior AccountantCompany OverviewOur client is a well-established agricultural business with a strong focus on primary production of high-value commodities. They uphold core values of Relationships, Integrity, Stewardship, and Excellence, striving for growth and excellence in all aspects of their operations.Job OverviewOur client is looking for a detail-oriented and highly organized Finance Clerk / Junior Accountant to join their team. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial acumen, excellent organizational skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This role is key in supporting the financial management of their business operations.Key Responsibilities
- Compile and record journals for specific entities within the group.
- Assist the Financial Manager with financial administrative tasks.
- Accurately capture and manage debtors and creditors.
- Perform inter-company reconciliations and billing.
- Process and approve sales invoices to customers and from farms.
- Ensure timely and accurate reviews and financial activity captures.
- Allocate payments correctly and on time.
- Load bank payments accurately and within deadlines.
- Prepare and manage cash flows.
- Handle monthly statement reconciliations, intercompany confirmations, and loan confirmations.
- Review VAT entries prior to submission to the Financial Manager.
- Assist in annual budget planning with the Financial Manager.
- Provide timely financial reports to the Financial Manager.
- Maintain accurate records on all financial information platforms, including Xero.
- Support general office administration tasks.
- Assist managers with operational office admin.
- Liaise with suppliers to coordinate office orders as required.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
- Proven experience in finance, preferably within the agricultural sector.
- Strong understanding of financial regulations and accounting principles.
- Proficiency in financial software such as Xero.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Experience in agricultural or farm-related financial administration is advantageous.
The position is full time, permanent and based in office in Klapmuts.Client Overview: A leading agricultural business specializing in high-value commodity productionLocation: Klapmuts.Employment Type: Full-TimeAvailability: February / March 2025Reports To: Financial Manager and CFOSalary: R25 000-R30 000, depending on skill set and experiencePlease apply online if you meet the above-mentioned requirements.Please assume that your application was unsuccessful If you have not been contacted within 4 weeks.
Expected salary: R25000 – 30000 per month
Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Job date: Tue, 14 Jan 2025 23:02:33 GMT
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