Description
Our client is a private family office based in Stellenbosch, managing a diverse portfolio of business and investment interests. The office consists of a small, professional team that values trust, confidentiality and attention to detail.
The Family Office is seeking an Assistant Financial Accountant to support the Accountant with day-to-day bookkeeping and financial administration. This opportunity is ideal for someone with good numerical ability and bookkeeping experience who enjoys working accurately in a small, professional environment. A formal accounting degree is not essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with bookkeeping and financial administration.
- Capture financial transactions accurately.
- Process supplier invoices and payments.
- Assist with creditors, debtors and reconciliations.
- Maintain accurate financial records.
- Support month-end administrative processes.
- Provide general assistance to the Accountant.
Requirements
- Previous bookkeeping, finance or accounting administration experience.
- Good numerical and reconciliation skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Experience processing financial transactions.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
- Experience with Pastel Partner or similar accounting software would be advantageous.
- Professional, trustworthy and able to maintain confidentiality.
- A bookkeeping qualification or relevant practical experience would be advantageous, but a formal accounting degree is not required.
Working Hours
- Onsite in Stellenbosch.
- Monday to Friday.
- Core working hours: 09:00–16:00, with flexibility where required.
General
- We are committed to fair and inclusive hiring. All suitably qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
- Preference may be given in line with our client’s Employment Equity plan and applicable legislation.
- Applicants must have the legal right to work in South Africa at the time of application.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
- Please include your current remuneration (CTC), salary expectation, and notice period (optional but helpful for screening).
- By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes in accordance with POPIA.