Assistant Accountant

Closing Date 2026/04/02

Reference Number PAR260319-1

Job Title Assistant Accountant

Department Finance

Job Type Classification Permanent

Location - Province Western Cape

Location - Operations Stellenbosch

Location - Country South Africa

Job Description

The purpose of the role is to support the creditors department by completing routine clerical and accounting tasks. These activities include the validation and verification of payments made to our providers. Ensure that the relevant documentation is consolidated and captured according to set procedures. The role is also responsible for the reconciliation of accounts monthly

Required Skills • Accounting degree or relevant Tertiary qualification. • Experience in a financial function will be advantageous. • Knowledge of BPCS is advantageous. • A resilient individual with excellent interpersonal and clear communication skills. • Accuracy and attention to detail. • Ability to respect the deadlines. • Knowledge of processing import creditors advantageous • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. • Computer Literate (MS Office, Word & Excel)

Duties & Responsibilities • Three-way matching and processing of invoices. • Reconciling vendor accounts and preparing documentation for payment of creditors. • Following up on account queries by interaction with factory/HO staff and vendors • Involvement in the month end process, including journal preparation and posting. • Ad hoc financial reporting requests and tasks as required