Finance & Office Assistant

Finance & Office AssistantNB: This is an immediate start position OverviewOur client is a community senior living facility that prides itself on excellence, care and family-centredness.
Based in Johannesburg a full-time opportunity has become available for a mature, diligent and proactive Finance and Office Assistant to join their small and energetic core team.
The ideal candidate will have exceptional attention to detail, honesty and a strong work ethic.
As well as be confident in speaking, reading and writing German.
Purpose of RoleIn this role you will be primarily responsible for accounting – experience as a Debtors & Creditors Controller is non-negotiable and working experience on Sage One and Payroll Accounting is required.
There will also be a variety of administrative tasks and occasionally you will assist in overseeing fundraising events.
ResponsibilitiesProcess financial information (journals – debit & credit)Compile, reconcile and monitor control accounts (with supporting documentation)Monitor stock control (reconciliations and variance analysis)Perform bank reconciliationsPrepare Customer invoices & statementsFiling of supporting documentsPreparation and review of payment requestsProcessing bi-weekly paymentsAssist in the preparation of management accounts, financial statements and annual budgetPrepare VAT and turnover reconciliationsProcess salaries of all staff and their related administrative proceduresProcess monthly payroll on Sage Payroll (40 staff) and maintain staff filesProcess invoices and expense reportsManage petty cash and banking transactionsManage day-to-day office operations ensuring a smooth and efficient work environmentHandle correspondence – electronic, telephonic and schedulingOrganise and maintain files, records and databasesOversee the receiving and dispatching of goodsMaintain accurate records of inventory and stock levelsCoordinate office supplies, equipment maintenance and facility managementAssist in planning and organising company events and meetings  QualificationsDegree or Diploma in Accounting / Bookkeeping is essentialCMA (Certified Management Accountant) is preferred  Skills & Work Experience required5–8 years experience in financial accounting including payrollproficient in accounting software – Sage One and Payrollintermediate Excel skillsstrong knowledge of accounting principlesexcellent clear and courteous English-language communication skills (verbal and written)basic HR knowledgeNGO or Non-profit organisation familiarity  PackageR22k CTC