POSITION: Financial Assistant
LOCATION: Observatory Cape Town
REPORTS TO: Finance Manager

A family wine company is looking for a seasoned Financial Assistant to support the Finance team at the Head Office.
The ideal candidate is someone with good numeracy skills, strong attention to detail and a hardworking attitude.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
Minimum Education               

• Financial diploma / Business Administration Diploma

Additional Qualifications   

• Computer literate with competence in Microsoft Office 365, (Advanced Excel) (Advanced Word)
• Knowledge in Corporate Governance / Company secretarial

Minimum Work Experience              

• Minimum 3 - 5 years ‘experience as a Finance Assistant

Key Result Areas

• Corporate Governance and Compliance
• General Finance Assistant duties to CFO
• Providing administrative assistance
• Assist with BBEEE and financial audits
• Liaison with banks and suppliers
• Liaison with SARS
• CIPC Company registrations and Contract administration
• Management of records
• Performing minor accounting & HR duties
• Minute taking
• Ad hoc duties and special projects as allocated from time to time

Key Competencies and traits

• Strong organizational, project management and problem-solving skills with impeccable multi-tasking abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and to handle matters professionally, confidentially and sensitively.
• Friendly and professional demeanor
• Experience supporting Finance Executive or a similar role
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Highly motivated with a positive “can do” approach
• Ability to work in a team and independently
• Strong attention to detail
• Minimum 5 years ‘experience as a Finance Assistant