Finance Assistant - South Africa Gauteng

CorpsAfrica is actively recruiting for a Finance Assistant - South Africa position in Gauteng. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Finance / Accounting / Audit sector looking to advance their careers.

• Experience Level: 1 - 3 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent • Industry Focus: Finance / Accounting / Audit • Location Preference: in Gauteng

Financial professionals like Finance Assistant - South Africa are vital for organizational stability and compliance. This role offers the opportunity to impact business strategy and financial health.

This role in Finance / Accounting / Audit offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.

When applying for this Finance Assistant - South Africa position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 1 - 3 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor • Specific achievements in the Finance / Accounting / Audit field • Any certifications or specialized training

The Finance / Accounting / Audit sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

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The Financial Assistant plays a key supportive role in the Finance Unit of CorpsAfrica/ South Africa and helps ensure accurate recording, documentation, and reporting of financial transactions. The position works closely with the Admin & Finance Officer and supports compliance with internal policies, donor requirements, audit recommendations, and South Africa financial laws.

CLASSIFICATION: Full-time, Fixed-Term Contract (1 year, renewable based on performance and funding)

LOCATION: Rosebank, South Africa

REPORTS TO: Admin & Finance Officer, Deputy Country Director

Specific Duties and Responsibilities: 

Collect, verify, and organize financial supporting documents (receipts, invoices, vouchers). Prepare payment vouchers and ensure all expenditures have complete approvals and documentation. Maintain well-organized financial files in both hard and soft copies. Assist with cash advance preparation, tracking, and timely liquidation. Support petty cash management, including recording, reconciliation, and replenishment. Assist in monthly bank and cash reconciliations. Track expenses against approved budgets and verify correct budget coding. Support preparation of monthly, quarterly, and donor financial reports. Ensure compliance with CorpsAfrica policies, donor rules, and South African financial laws. Support implementation of internal audit recommendations and internal control procedures. Assist with procurement documentation, including quotations and bid analysis. Verify vendor information and ensure compliance before processing payments. Support staff and volunteers with financial documentation and expense submissions. Assist in preparing for external audits and other finance-related reviews.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Minimum of 1–3 years of relevant experience in finance or accounting, preferably with an NGO Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and South African financial procedures. Fluency in English is required; fluency in two other other local languages is preferred High attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records. Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks is an advantage). Good communication skills and ability to work with staff, volunteers, and vendors. Strong computer skills (MS Excel, Word, Google Workspace).

Deadline:10th September,2026