Financial Officer

A leading company is seeking an experienced Finance Officer to join their team in Cape Town. Reporting directly to the Financial Manager, this key role is responsible for accounts receivable management, credit control, cash flow monitoring, and general ledger maintenance. The ideal candidate will have a financial diploma and 2–3 years of experience in a generalist finance role, including accounts receivable and credit control. The position requires strong attention to detail, financial acumen, and the ability to collaborate across functions to support business objectives. If you have experience with financial principles, accounting software like Pastel, and possess strong analytical skills, we want to hear from you. Responsibilities: * Oversee accounts receivable, including timely collection, allocation of payments, and managing overdue accounts. * Ensure accurate and timely invoicing and distribute monthly customer statements. * Conduct credit risk assessments and recommend credit limits. * Set and monitor collection targets to manage cash flow. * Perform balance sheet and bank statement reconciliations. * Prepare various monthly reports for management review. * Assist with audit preparation by collating documentation and acting as a liaison for queries. Requirements: * Financial diploma in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. * 2-3 years’ experience in a generalist finance role, with a focus on accounts receivable and credit control. * Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting software, including Pastel. * Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and spreadsheet reporting (Advanced Excel is advantageous). * Knowledge and understanding of POPIA compliance. Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move. * Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience. * Apply for this role today, contact Adrienne Steyn at Hire Resolve on or on LinkedIn * You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: financialcareers@hireresolve.za.com We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise. Hire Resolve IT/Computer Recruiter About Specialists in Civil, Structural, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Mining, Manufacturing and Finance Careers! Hire Resolve is one of the larger and more agile South African recruitment companies that focus on placing professionals and skilled people in permanent employment and contract employment. We prefer and focus on working with top quality professionals and candidates in South Africa and Africa. Hire Resolve has successfully placed Engineering, Mining, IT, Manufacturing and Finance professionals with top firms across the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu Natal, Gauteng and in Africa. Hire Resolve has assisted candidates to find jobs at over 100 JSE listed companies of which many are global companies with offices and operations in South Africa and Africa. It is for this reason that we are well respected in the industries we operate in and in the recruitment industry.