Job Description: Finance Co-ordinator

Job Summary

The Finance Co-ordinator will provide essential accounting functions for our Cape Town and Windhoek sites. This full-time position involves managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, a fixed asset register, petty cash handling, payroll support, budgeting, financial reporting, tax returns, and managing audits.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and process accounts payable and accounts receivable effectively.
Conduct bank reconciliations and maintain a fixed asset register.
Handle petty cash transactions and ensure accuracy in payroll support.
Assist in budgeting processes and prepare comprehensive financial reports.
Prepare and submit tax returns and handle related statutory reports.
Coordinate and manage audits, liaising with auditors to ensure compliance.
Provide financial insights and support in submissions for government grants and BEE verification.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Diploma

Desired Experience

Minimum of 3 years’ proven experience in a Finance or Accounting role.
Demonstrated proficiency in Acumatica financial software, especially in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions.
Sound experience in the preparation of local tax returns, VAT returns, and other statutory reports.
Solid background in payroll management, ledger management, and related statutory returns.
Experience with annual financial audits and liaising with auditors.
Knowledge of local income taxation laws applicable to companies.
Previous experience in and knowledge of government grants submissions and BEE verification submissions is advantageous.
High level proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.

The Finance Co-ordinator will work full time, Monday to Friday, for a total of 40 hours a week. Candidates must be based in Cape Town and available to work on-site as required.