Cape Town City Centre: E-commerce Financial Assistant

Minimum Requirements: Strong analytical skills and attention to detail Deadline-driven with excellent problem-solving abilities Solid understanding of accounting principles (debits and credits) Minimum 1 years experience in a similar finance role (advantageous) Ability to accurately prepare, record, and process accounting transactions Skilled in investigating and resolving financial discrepancies Effective communication skills for internal and external collaboration Familiarity with retail control procedures Proactive in identifying risk areas and cost-saving opportunities Ability to create and improve reconciliations for accurate reporting General Finance Duties Prepare and process weekly payments for South Africa Conduct background checks for new suppliers. Capture and allocate payments on Sage X3. Confirm online payment receipts. Process monthly supplier invoices and credit card expenses. Perform reallocation journals and account reconciliations. Ensure accurate intercompany cost allocations. Raise accruals for accurate reporting. Contribute to month-end and year-end closing activities. Ensure compliance with internal controls and audit requirements. E-commerce Specific Responsibilities Reconcile online payment gateways (e.g., PJN, Payflex, Wicode) with sales records. Capture and reconcile e-commerce expenses, including digital advertising. Resolve discrepancies between e-commerce orders and financial systems. Assist with refunds and support daily/monthly payment processing. Prepare financial reports on e-commerce performance Additional Requirements Completed Grade 12 with Mathematics and/or Accounting (essential) Certificate or Diploma in Accounting (advantageous) Computer literacy with strong Excel skills Reliable transport to our offices in Cape Town CBD What We Offer Competitive salary Pension fund and medical aid contributions Discretionary performance bonus A supportive and inclusive work environment Opportunities for growth and development