Our client, a leading South African fintech company focused on improving financial wellness through earned wage access solutions, is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Financial Accountant to join our finance team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing business that empowers its users to manage their finances more effectively. As an Assistant Financial Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting our finance operations and ensuring accuracy in financial processes as we expand.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Strong grasp of basic accounting principles and general ledger functions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, team-oriented attitude with a willingness to learn.
• Strong work ethic and sense of confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing financial reports, reconciliations, and variance analyses.
• Help coordinate the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Assist with bank statement imports and reconciliations.
• Process and monitor accounts payable and receivable transactions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and documentation.
• Assist with compiling audit files and responding to auditor queries.
• Support the preparation of tax schedules and compliance documentation.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather and verify financial data.
• Help implement and monitor internal controls and finance policies.

Advantageous:

• 3+ years’ experience in a finance or accounting role.
• Familiarity with fintech or technology-driven environments.

General:

• We are committed to fair and inclusive hiring. All suitably qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
• Preference may be given in line with our client’s Employment Equity plan and applicable legislation.
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in South Africa at the time of application.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• Please include your current remuneration (CTC), salary expectation, and notice period (optional but helpful for screening).
• By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes in accordance with POPIA.