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Finance Assistant

Key Facts

Remote From: 
Full time
Mid-level (2-5 years)

Other Skills

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    Open Mindset
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    Time Management
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    Organizational Skills
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    Detail Oriented
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    Verbal Communication Skills

Roles & Responsibilities

  • 2+ years of experience in accounts payable and receivable or bookkeeping
  • Proficient in using Xero accounting software
  • Intermediate spreadsheet skills (e.g., VLOOKUPs, filters, formatting)
  • Strong communication skills with high attention to detail and ability to work independently in a remote setting

Requirements:

  • Manage aged receivables, including billing and debt chasing
  • Manage aged payables, including coding and processing invoices
  • Process weekly payment runs for creators and operating expenses
  • Post and reconcile bank transactions

Job description

Finance Assistant

Support a leading influencer marketing agency with your finance skills remote role, CPT-based.

Remote (South Africa hours 9 am -6 pm) | Market-related salary

About Our Client

Our client is a globally recognised influencer marketing agency operating at the intersection of creativity, data, and technology. With official partnerships with TikTok and Meta, they deliver cutting-edge campaigns for some of the world's top brands. Their work culture blends innovation with precision, and they are committed to scaling with purpose making this an exciting time to join the team.

The Role: Finance Assistant

As a Finance Assistant, you will play a key role in maintaining the financial health of the business through efficient processing of payables and receivables, weekly payment runs, and financial system updates. You will help ensure accuracy, identify areas for improvement, and support the finance team in delivering scalable, automated solutions as the company grows.

Key Responsibilities

  • Minimum 2 years experience in Accounts Payable & Receivable
  • Manage aged receivables, including billing and debt chasing
  • Manage aged payables, including coding and processing invoices
  • Process weekly payment runs for creators and operating expenses
  • Post and reconcile bank transactions
  • Maintain accuracy in commercial and financial software systems
  • Identify process weaknesses and recommend improvements
  • Assist with annual audit preparation and supporting schedules
  • Contribute to ad hoc finance projects aimed at process automation and scaling

About You

  • 2+ years of experience in a similar finance assistant or bookkeeping role
  • Proven experience with accounts payable and receivable
  • Proficient in using Xero accounting software
  • Intermediate spreadsheet skills (e.g., VLOOKUPs, filters, formatting)
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • High attention to detail and strong organisational abilities
  • Proactive mindset with a willingness to suggest and implement improvements
  • Able to work independently and meet deadlines in a remote setting

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