Job Description

Job Title: Junior Financial Manager
Location: Cape Town, Northern Suburbs
Salary: R30 000.00 - R33 000.00 CTC per month
About Our Client: Our client, a leading logistics company based in Cape Town, Northern Suburbs. They specialise in providing reliable transportation and distribution services to our clients, ensuring their satisfaction and trust in their services.
: Our client is currently seeking an experienced and dynamic Junior Financial Manager to join their finance team. The successful candidate will play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, team coordination, compliance, and ledger management, but will not be involved in business analysis or financial reporting
Responsibilities:

• Support the Head of Finance in managing the finance team and coordinating daily financial operations.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting to ensure accuracy and alignment with business objectives.
• Perform monthly reconciliation of general ledger accounts and ensure data integrity.
• Help manage accounts payable, receivable, and general ledger reconciliation processes.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Support financial audits and coordinate with external auditors when necessary.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records and documentation.
• Assist in cash flow management and expense tracking to support operational decision-making.
• Contribute to the improvement of compliance frameworks and internal control processes.
• Support the implementation of efficient financial systems and procedures.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Completed SAICA articles (as AGA) or SAIPA articles.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting standards (e.g., IFRS for SMEs).
• Solid knowledge of general ledger functions, reconciliations, and basic financial controls.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, or similar).
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, with a collaborative team mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and eager to learn from senior finance professionals.
• Ethical, reliable, and committed to maintaining high standards of integrity.
• Analytical thinker with a process-improvement mindset.
• Detail-oriented and adaptable to changing business needs.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary from R 30 000.00 - R 33 000.00 per month.

How to Apply:

Skills Required