Job Description

Department:

Finance

Location:

Franschhoek / Paarl and surrounding areas

Contract Type:

Permanent

Salary:

Competitive, based on experience

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-focused

Finance Administration Assistant

to provide administrative and clerical support to the Finance Department and its clerks. This role is predominantly

paperwork and process driven

, supporting the smooth flow of documentation, data capture, and internal coordination rather than performing core accounting functions.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring financial records, files, and supporting documents are accurate, well-maintained, and readily accessible.

Key Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to the Finance Department and finance clerks Accurately capture and process financial and related documentation using

Xero

and internal systems Manage, organise, and file financial paperwork, invoices, statements, and supporting documents Ensure all documentation is complete, correctly referenced, and filed according to procedures Assist with basic reconciliations and data checks as required Follow up on missing documentation and liaise with internal departments when needed Support month-end preparation by ensuring all paperwork is up to date Perform general administrative tasks, including scanning, filing, record keeping, and reporting support

Requirements

Certificate or Diploma in

Office Administration, Bookkeeping, Accounting, or a related field

Previous experience in a

finance or accounts administration environment

Strong administrative and organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail Proficient in

Microsoft Excel and MS Office

Ability to manage high volumes of paperwork and meet deadlines Good communication and interpersonal skills Must reside in or around

Franschhoek, Paarl, or surrounding areas

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit an

updated CV

along with a brief

cover letter

outlining their administrative experience within a finance or accounts environment.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person