Finance Assistant/Junior Bookkeeper

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Finance Assistant/Junior Bookkeeper based in the Parow North Area. The position is with a client of FROGG Recruitment, joining a small head office. The successful candidate will primarily focus on finance administration and bookkeeping duties, working closely with an external accounting firm to ensure accurate financial information. The salary offered is market related. **What you will do** * Perform daily bookkeeping/finance duties on Pastel Partner. * Conduct daily Cash Up Checks by obtaining daily figures from associated stores. * Manage Debtors & Creditors. * Complete Reconciliations Statements before monthly payments are made. * Make weekly payments to Suppliers and monthly payments to Landlords, and send out proof of payments. * Capture / Import bank statements into Pastel on a weekly basis and assign correct expense/income allocations. * Perform bank reconciliations and process financial transactions. * Process Monthly General Journals on a monthly basis. * Perform General Ledger account reconciliations. * Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records. * Provide administrative and bookkeeping support to the finance team. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Matric and a financial/bookkeeping certificate diploma – an added bonus. * 3-4 years’ experience as a finance administrator/junior bookkeeping/ finance administrator or bookkeeper. * Knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles. * Ability to maintain accurate financial records and documentation. * Software experience on Pastel Partner/SAGE & Microsoft Excel skills - ESSENTIAL. * Experience with Debtors and Creditors. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is an experienced finance professional with 3-4 years of experience in finance administration or junior bookkeeping roles. They must possess strong knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles and be capable of maintaining accurate financial records and documentation. Essential skills include proficiency in Pastel Partner/SAGE and Microsoft Excel. The candidate should have experience managing debtors and creditors, be able to perform daily capturing, reconciliations, and handle various payment processes. Collaboration with an external accounting firm is also a key aspect of the role. While a Matric certificate is required, a financial or bookkeeping certificate/diploma would be an added advantage. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.jobmail.co.za/jobs/finance-accounting/other-finance-accounting/parow/finance-assistant-junior-bookkeeper-id-7599864 Source: jobmail

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• At least 3 years of experience.

• Microsoft Excel
• Sage / Pastel
• Bookkeeping

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