Finance Assistant - Maitland, Cape Town

Recruiter:

Paqueta Personnel

Job Ref:

Finance Assistant

Date posted:

Monday, September 1, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Market related

SUMMARY:
Calling all Finance Assistants in the Manufacturing Industry!

POSITION INFO:

Finance Assistant – Manufacturing Sector

Are you an enthusiastic and dynamic Finance Assistant looking to grow your career in a reputable, well-established manufacturing company? Our client, a leading player in the engineering and industrial manufacturing sector, is seeking a driven individual to join their Finance Department.

This position is reporting to the Management Accountant.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare routine calculations, reports, and analysis
Handle invoicing across creditors, debtors, and sales
Reconcile discrepancies and general ledger accounts
Maintain cashbooks and assist with procurement functions (GRNs, POs)
Load and manage payments via ERP system and banking platforms
Assist with VAT and EMP submissions and SARS communication
Support month-end journals, reporting, and year-end procedures
Manage asset depreciation, additions, and disposals
Handle foreign transactions, imports, exports, and customs processes
Assist with forecasting, cost-saving initiatives, and financial analysis
Collaborate with colleagues and assist on daily financial tasks and ad hoc projects

Minimum Requirements:

Educational Qualification:
- Grade 12
- N4 Financial Management Certificate OR Diploma in Financial/Cost Accounting, a degree would be highly beneficial
- Must be busy with Saica articles or has completed Saica articles
Experience:
- 4–5 years’ experience in a finance-related role (preferably in manufacturing)
Languages:
- Fluent in English and Afrikaans
Technical Competencies:

Proficient in Microsoft Office
ERP experience essential (SAP exposure highly advantageous)
Strong understanding of financial principles and reconciliations

SA Citizens only
Must be Criminal and Credit Clear
Must reside in the Greater Cape Town area

Personal Attributes:

Excellent communication skills (verbal & written)
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Able to handle pressure and meet deadlines
Team player with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset

Why Join?

Be part of a respected and forward-thinking manufacturing environment
Gain exposure to end-to-end finance processes including international transactions
Work in a performance-driven, collaborative team culture
Career development and growth opportunities

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