Finance/Accounting - Finance/Accounting Management Midrand CONTRACT Job Summary About the roleTo support the financial and administrative operations of the Company by maintaining accurate records, assisting with compliance, and ensuring smooth day-to-day bookkeeping. This role provides practical workplace experience for a young professional, while contributing to the growth of a purpose-driven SMME. Responsibilities Bookkeeping & Record-Keeping * Capture daily sales, purchases, and expenses into accounting software(SAGE). * Maintain accurate cash flow records and petty cash reconciliations. * Assist with monthly bank reconciliations. Financial Administration * Prepare supplier invoices and customer receipts. * Support payroll processing and staff expense claims. * Assist with VAT, PAYE, and UIF submissions under supervision. Reporting & Compliance * Generate basic financial reports (income statements, balance sheets). * Support audit preparation and compliance with SARS requirements. * Ensure filing systems (digital and physical) are organized and up to date. Operational Support * Collaborate with roasting, retail, and distribution teams to track costs. * Monitor stock records for packaging, coffee beans, and consumables. * Provide input into cost control and efficiency improvements. Minimum Requirements * South African Unemployed youth between the ages of 18 and 34. * Must not have participated on the YES programme before. * Matric. * N6 Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in Accounting/Finance/Bookkeeping (advantageous). * Eligible for the YES Programme (South African youth, 18–35). Technical Skills * Basic understanding of accounting principles (debits, credits, trial balance). * Knowledge of bookkeeping processes (cashbook, journals, ledgers). * Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, reconciliations). * Exposure to accounting software (Advantageous). * Awareness of VAT, PAYE, UIF, and SARS compliance basics.(Advantageous). * Ability to prepare simple/basic financial reports (income statement, balance sheet). Soft Skills * Strong attention to detail and accuracy. * Good organizational and time management abilities. * Clear communication skills (written and verbal). * Integrity and confidentiality in handling financial data. * Willingness to learn and adapt in a SMME environment. * Team player with proactive, problem-solving mindset. Please consider your application unsuccessful when you have not heard from the Signa Opportunity team within two weeks of submitting your application. Signa Opportunity Recruiter