About the Role
The Junior Accountant supports the Safarinow Finance department by assisting with the accurate and timely processing of invoices, billing of receivables/refunds, cash book processing, and ensuring all accounting records are accurate and up to date. This role works closely with the Financial Administrator and provides transactional support to internal teams and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounting
- Invoice Processing:
- Invoice trade debtors within 5 working days of booking confirmation.
- Ensure accurate matching of invoices to site details and vouchers from corporate debtors.
- Allocate debtor payments accurately and in a timely manner.
- Resolve account issues with internal teams and corporate clients.
- Reporting:
- Send monthly statements to corporate clients within 3 working days of the month-end.
- Creditor Payments:
- Assist with processing trade payments and SWIFT payments as needed.
- Process and capture supplier invoices on Sage Evolution.
- Ensure creditors' policies and procedures are followed.
- General Accounting Admin:
- Update records for payment statuses, banking details, and related changes.
- Support audits and perform ad-hoc accounting tasks.
- Monitor finance email tickets and respond appropriately.
- Cash Management:
- Import bank statements and perform reconciliations using Sage Evolution
- Manage petty cash and ensure proper recordkeeping.
- Liaise with banking institutions as required.
- Audit & Tax Support:
- Compile and organise documentation for external audit support.
- Assist with queries and documentation relating to tax compliance.
- Stakeholder Relations
- Provide transactional support to the Corporate Team.
- Liaise with suppliers and corporate clients.
- Respond to internal and external inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Communicate proactively with debtors and creditors.
Skills & Experience
- Tertiary Qualification in Accounting
- Minimum 2 years’ relevant work experience
Technical Skills
- Proficient in Sage Evolution Accounting, MS Excel, Internet Banking, and MS Office Suite
- Familiar with general business principles and accounting procedures
- Understanding of call centre processes is advantageous
Personal Competencies
- Attention to Detail
- Analytical Thinking
- Time Management
- Integrity & Confidentiality
- Proactive & Self-Motivated
- Strong Communication Skills
- Adaptability & Resilience
- Problem-Solving Ability
- Organizational Skills
- Transparency in financial transactions
- Seeks guidance when required
- Learns from feedback and challenges
- Develops solutions to recurring financial issues
- Understands the broader financial impact of accounting functions
About the team
The Safarinow Finance Team is a dynamic and collaborative group responsible for financial accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. They manage accounting functions, financial reporting, and strategic planning to maintain the company’s financial health. Operating in a fast-paced and innovative environment, the team works closely with various departments, suppliers, and stakeholders to optimise financial processes.