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Junior Financial Assistant

Open 20d

Summary

Entry-level role supporting daily bookkeeping, reconciliations, and finance admin for a solar company in Midrand, South Africa.

We are looking for a Junior Financial Assistant to join our team


Are you a school-leaver with a head for numbers and a passion for finance? Looking for your first step into the world of bookkeeping and accounting?

GC Solar is looking for a Junior Financial Assistant to support our finance function handling the day-to-day bookkeeping, reconciliations, and administrative tasks with accuracy and efficiency.

This is an entry-level role perfect for someone with accounting at school level who is ready to learn and grow in a hands-on, real-world environment.

What you will be doing:

  • Perform basic bookkeeping tasks capturing invoices, payments, and receipts

  • Assist with reconciliations bank accounts, supplier statements, and credit cards

  • Process and track supplier invoices and client payments

  • Provide general administrative support to the finance team

  • Respond to client inquiries timeously and professionally

  • Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems

  • Assist with ad-hoc finance and admin tasks as needed



Requirements


  • Matric certificate with Accounting as a subject (essential)

  • A basic understanding of how bookkeeping works

  • Reliable transport to and from Midrand (essential)

  • Strong computer knowledge — MS Word, Excel, and Outlook

  • Advanced Excel skills is an advantage

  • Accounting software knowledge (e.g. Pastel, QuickBooks, or Xero) is an advantage

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy

  • Deadline-driven and able to work under pressure

  • Professional communication skills — dealing with clients via phone and email

  • A willingness to learn and grow in a finance environment

Advantageous (but not essential):

  • Previous admin or finance experience

  • Familiarity with accounting software (e.g. Pastel, QuickBooks, or Xero)

  • Experience with reconciliations

This is a fantastic opportunity to get your foot in the door and build a career in finance. You will gain hands-on experience across bookkeeping, reconciliations, and client administration with mentorship and support along the way.


How to Apply


If you feel that your skills align with this opportunity we would be thrilled to hear from you, send your CV via email:

Type: Full-time, In-office

Send your CV to hr.sag@gcsolar.co.za with Junior Financial Assistant in the subject line.



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