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Assisting Accountant with Daily Duties

• Close Date: 21 December 2025
• Dealership: Ford Hatfield

• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to analyze financial data and identify errors or inconsistencies
• Understanding of basic financial statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
• Good problem-solving abilities when handling reconciliations or discrepancies
• Prioritize daily tasks and meet deadlines efficiently
• Maintain orderly records and manage multiple accounts simultaneously
• Work effectively with team members, suppliers, and clients
• Handle financial data responsibly and ethically
• Learn new accounting systems and processes quickly
• Support branch accountant and collaborate with other departments
• Tertiary education will be advantageous
• Minimum 3 years as an Assistant Accountant
• Driver’s License

• Data Entry and Record Keeping:
  Enter financial transactions into Evolve software.
  Update ledgers, journals, and bank statements.
• Accounts Payable (AP):
  Receive, verify, and process supplier invoices.
  Match invoices with purchase orders and receipts.
  Prepare payment batches and schedule payments.
  Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Accounts Receivable (AR):
  Prepare and send customer invoices.
  Record customer payments and follow up on overdue accounts.
  Reconcile customer accounts and ensure accuracy.
• Bank Reconciliation:
  Compare and reconcile company bank statements with accounting records.
  Identify and correct any variances or missing transactions.
• Expense Management:
  Process expenses and petty cash EFT’s.
  Ensure compliance with company policies and receipts.
• Financial Reporting Support:
  Assist in preparing daily, weekly, or monthly financial summaries.
  Support branch accountant in preparing trial balances and management reports.
  Help with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Filing and Documentation:
  Maintain proper filing (physical and digital) of invoices, receipts, and other accounting documents.
  Ensure all financial documents are organized for audits.
• Communication and Coordination:
  Liaise with suppliers, customers, and internal departments to resolve invoice or payment issues.
  Support the branch accountant in special projects.
• Compliance and Audit Preparation:
  Assist with audit requests by providing necessary documentation.
  Ensure adherence to accounting standards and internal controls.