Finance/Accounting - Finance/Accounting Management Durban FULL TIME Job Summary Minimum Requirements: * Grade 12 (Matric) * Diploma or Certificate in Accounting/Finance (advantageous) * 2–4 years’ experience in an accounts role, preferably within logistics or transport * Experience working on Sage Pastel, including journal processing * Strong MS Excel skills (including basic data analysis and reporting) * Solid understanding of accounts payable and receivable processes Key Performance Areas: * Accounts Payable: Process and verify supplier invoices; match against purchase orders and delivery notes; ensure timely payments. * Accounts Receivable & Billing: Generate accurate customer invoices; monitor outstanding payments and follow up on debtors. * Reconciliations: Perform supplier, customer, and bank reconciliations; resolve discrepancies efficiently. * Cost Control & Analysis: Track and allocate logistics costs (fuel, tolls, maintenance, subcontractors); analyze cost trends and highlight variances. * Data Analysis: Interpret financial and operational data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for cost-saving and efficiency improvements. * Pastel Processing: Capture transactions and process journal entries in Pastel, ensuring accuracy and proper account allocation. * Data Capturing & Record Keeping: Maintain accurate financial records and ensure proper filing for audit purposes. * Reporting: Assist with financial reporting, including expense analysis, variance reporting, and debtor aging. * Compliance: Ensure adherence to company policies and financial controls; support audit processes. * Operational Liaison: Work closely with transport and warehouse teams to verify documentation and resolve queries. * Systems Use: Capture and maintain data in accounting/logistics systems (e.g., Sage Pastel, SAP). Brentwood Employment Relations Specialists Recruiter