Middelburg: Junior Financial Analyst

About the Role

We are seeking a Junior Financial Analyst to join our team in Middelburg, responsible for providing financial support to the business and contributing to the overall success of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• AP/AR Functions (Maternity Leave Cover)
• Process vendor invoices in the system with correct amounts and due dates.
• Prepare and submit the weekly AP payment schedule for manager approval.
• Apply payments to vendor invoices and ensure remittance is sent to vendors.
• Reconcile vendor statements with invoices and payments; monthly reconciliation of key and intercompany accounts.
• Process employee expense claims and credit card reconciliations.
• Prepare AR review notes for Customer Service/Sales on unpaid invoices.
• Follow up on outstanding debtor balances; participate in bi-weekly AR review meetings.
• Confirm invoices on proof of delivery (POD) and verify bank details.
• Prepare invoicing packs for mine/client signature and maintain a list of invoices not yet captured by the client.

• Cost Accounting Functions
• Capture (POI) all invoices on jobs and ensure unit vs direct costs are entered correctly on 100% of invoices posted.
• Manage WIP inventory – ensure accurate recording, valuation, monitoring, and reporting.
• Develop and maintain WIP reports; analyse WIP data to identify trends and cost reduction opportunities.
• Analyse and report profit margins for all jobs closed during the month.
• Prepare monthly Service Level Agreement (SLA) profitability analysis.
• Review and update ASC 606 reports for month-end closure.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Collect cost information and maintain an expenses database.

Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric (essential)
• BCom Degree in Finance/Accounting / Economics/ Business Administration (2–5 years’ experience in finance/accounting)

Salary & Benefits

Not mentioned