Job Description
To support the financial and administrative operations of the Company by maintaining accurate records, assisting with
compliance, and ensuring smooth day-to-day bookkeeping. This role provides practical workplace experience for a young professional, while contributing to the growth of a purpose-driven SMME.
Responsibilities
Bookkeeping & Record-Keeping
- Capture daily sales, purchases, and expenses into accounting software(SAGE).
- Maintain accurate cash flow records and petty cash reconciliations.
- Assist with monthly bank reconciliations.
Financial Administration
- Prepare supplier invoices and customer receipts.
- Support payroll processing and staff expense claims.
- Assist with VAT, PAYE, and UIF submissions under supervision.
Reporting & Compliance
- Generate basic financial reports (income statements, balance sheets).
- Support audit preparation and compliance with SARS requirements.
- Ensure filing systems (digital and physical) are organized and up to date.
Operational Support
- Collaborate with roasting, retail, and distribution teams to track costs.
- Monitor stock records for packaging, coffee beans, and consumables.
- Provide input into cost control and efficiency improvements.
Minimum Requirements
- South African Unemployed youth between the ages of 18 and 34.
- Must not have participated on the YES programme before.
- Matric.
- N6 Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in Accounting/Finance/Bookkeeping (advantageous).
- Eligible for the YES Programme (South African youth, 18–35).
Technical Skills
- Basic understanding of accounting principles (debits, credits, trial balance).
- Knowledge of bookkeeping processes (cashbook, journals, ledgers).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, reconciliations).
- Exposure to accounting software (Advantageous).
- Awareness of VAT, PAYE, UIF, and SARS compliance basics.(Advantageous).
- Ability to prepare simple/basic financial reports (income statement, balance sheet).
Soft Skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good organizational and time management abilities.
- Clear communication skills (written and verbal).
- Integrity and confidentiality in handling financial data.
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a SMME environment.
- Team player with proactive, problem-solving mindset.
Please consider your application unsuccessful when you have not heard from the Signa Opportunity team within two weeks of submitting your application.
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About Finance/Accounting Management Jobs in Gauteng
In Gauteng, South Africa, the finance and accounting management field is a significant contributor to the province’s economy, with various industries relying on skilled professionals to manage their financial operations. Typically, this field offers stable employment opportunities with good prospects for career advancement. Generally, the demand for finance and accounting managers remains high across multiple sectors.
Salary expectations for finance and accounting management positions in Gauteng are generally broad and can vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. Broadly speaking, salaries typically range from R400 000 to R1 500 000 per annum, with senior roles often commanding higher remuneration packages. However, these figures are subject to change and may not reflect actual salaries for specific job openings.
Common skills required for finance and accounting management positions include proficiency in financial software, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication and leadership skills, experience with financial reporting and regulatory compliance, knowledge of financial management principles and practices, and a solid understanding of taxation laws. Typically, candidates with a degree in finance, accounting, or business administration are well-suited for these roles.
Finance and accounting managers can be found across various industry sectors, including the financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and more. The financial services sector, for example, often employs finance and accounting professionals to manage its operational finances, while the technology industry may require them to oversee the financial aspects of software development or IT projects.
Career progression opportunities in this field are generally good, with experienced finance and accounting managers often moving into senior roles such as department head or director of finance. Many companies also offer training and development programs to help employees acquire new skills and advance their careers.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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