KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and ensure financial transactions are accurately recorded

• Prepare and process journal entries and supporting documentation

• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances

• Reconcile sub-ledgers to the general ledger

• Support the month-end close process and assist with management reporting

• Conduct financial analysis and investigate anomalies where required

• Prepare bank reconciliations and resolve reconciling items

• Assist with payment preparation and banking administration

• Support VAT and statutory submissions

• Maintain documentation for tax and regulatory compliance

• Assist with audit preparation and regulatory reviews

• Support departments with finance-related queries

• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting

• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting accuracy

ABOUT YOU

You are analytical, detail-oriented, and disciplined in your approach to financial work.

You enjoy working with numbers, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring financial accuracy. You are comfortable working within structured processes, meeting deadlines, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure finance operations run efficiently.

You bring a strong sense of precision, accountability, and reliability, recognising the importance of accurate financial information in supporting effective business decision-making.

The ideal candidate will be RESILIENT, THIRVE IN START-UP environment and will want to be part of the solution.

EXPERIENCE

• 3–5 years’ experience in an accounting role

• Experience with general ledger management and reconciliations

• Experience supporting month-end financial processes

• Experience in a manufacturing or retail environment would be advantageous

KNOWLEDGE & TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting

• Experience with ERP or accounting systems

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

• Knowledge of VAT and statutory compliance requirements

Financial Controller Supporter Supporting the Financial Controller to ensure financial operations run efficiently and accurately.

Accuracy Guardian Ensuring financial records are complete, accurate, and reliable.

Process Enforcer Maintaining discipline around financial processes and financial controls.

Problem Solver Investigating variances and resolving financial discrepancies.

Reporting Contributor Supporting financial reporting and insights that guide business decisions.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS THAT WOULD BE ADVANTAGEOUS

• Relevant BCom Degree in Accounting

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to manage multiple financial processes and deadlines

• Strong communication skills when working with internal stakeholders

A disciplined and structured approach to financial work