Our Stellenbosch based client is a Commercialisation Agent of Agricultural and Horticultural Intellectual Property. They are currently seeking an Assistant Accountant / Bookkeeper to assist the Junior Financial Manager with daily financial requirements of the group of companies.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Taking responsibility for the full bookkeeping function of the group of companies which includes South African companies together with the foreign subsidiary companies where required
Reporting to the Financial Manager
Assist with any related activities typically forming part of a bookkeeper and/or assistant accountants job description
Minimum Requirements:

Matric
A relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting or Bookkeeping (Diploma or Degree)
3 years’ post qualification experience
Proficient in Pastel Accounting (Version 17) including inventory, multi-currency and multi-store modules (Essential)
Highly computer literate (MS Excel Intermediate/ Advanced)
Foreign Exchange knowledge relating to the day to day treatment of such transactions (Advantageous)
Highly attentive to detail and accurate
An ability to follow through tasks and use own judgement as required from time to time
Excellent communication skills
A logical thinker
Salary on Offer: R 15 000 – R 24 000 p/m (Depending on experience)

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