Assistant Accountant

A leading company specialising in printing and packaging solutions is seeking an Assistant Accountant to support its finance function. The role will assist with financial reporting, reconciliations, compliance, and day-to-day accounting operations within a structured and fast‑paced environment.

• Assist the Financial Controller with all aspects of accounting and financial administration
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and post journals in line with deadlines
• Review cost centres at month‑end and correct mispostings
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, statutory requirements, and internal/external audits
• Support internal and external audits, including preparation of audit documentation
• Administer insurance claims and manage related financial documentation
• Manage staff expense claims and ensure compliance with policies and procedures
• Oversee vehicle, fuel card, and credit card administration, including accruals, journals, payments, and reporting
• Act as primary contact for Accounts Payable queries for local staff and AP teams
• Create and maintain supplier accounts and oversee invoice processing
• Act as Invoice Manager, ensuring correct GL coding and approval of purchase orders
• Maintain and review non‑PO supplier lists and approval structures
• Review and approve freight invoices, including recharges where applicable
• Calculate and process foreign payments and confirm trades in SAP
• Prepare monthly customer recharges for processing
• Ensure correct VAT treatment of transactions and act as Tax Manager for expense systems
• Provide required financial data for audits, including BEE and statutory audits
• Prepare and submit documentation for foreign vendors and payments
• Support preliminary preparation of annual statutory audits and manage assigned audit sections
• Maintain strong internal relationships with finance, operations, commercial teams, and staff