Description:
Career Opportunity: Junior Finance Manager
Job Title: Junior Finance Manager
Location: Airport Industria, Cape Town
Industry: Packaging / Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full-time, Onsite
Reports To: Senior Finance / Management
Are you a hands-on finance professional with a strong bookkeeping background and a solid foundation in accounting or finance?
A well-established packaging and manufacturing organisation based near Airport Industria, Cape Town is seeking a Junior Finance Manager to join their team on a full-time, onsite basis. This role is ideal for a candidate with strong bookkeeping experience who is looking to grow within a broader finance function while supporting day-to-day financial operations and reporting.
The successful candidate will take ownership of core finance processes while supporting management with accurate financial information and operational insights.
A laptop will be provided to enable you to fulfil your role effectively.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Operations & Bookkeeping
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Perform full bookkeeping functions up to trial balance.
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Process journals, reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
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Maintain accurate general ledger records and supporting schedules.
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Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions.
Reporting & Controls
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Assist with preparation of management accounts and internal financial reports.
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Perform balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis.
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Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and procedures.
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Support audit preparation and ad hoc finance requirements.
Business & Operational Support
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Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
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Provide financial support to operational and management teams.
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Assist with financial analysis and reporting as required.
Minimum Requirements
Qualification:
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BCom Degree in Accounting or Finance (essential)
Experience:
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Strong bookkeeping experience with sound accounting fundamentals
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Exposure to month-end reporting and financial processes advantageous
Skills & Competencies:
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Strong attention to detail and accuracy
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Good Excel skills
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Strong organisational and time management abilities
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Ability to work independently in a full-time onsite role
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Professional communication skills
How to Apply
If you meet the above requirements and are interested in this opportunity:
📧 Email: lidene.pienaar@hireresolve.us
🌐 Apply online: www.hireresolve.co.za
📌 Reference: JuniorFinanceManager_Packaging_CT_2026
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Should you not hear back within 3-5 Business Days, please deem your application as unsuccessful at this time. Our Consultants will ensure to reach out should they have a more suitable role available aligning better with your experience and skills.
Requirements:
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Perform full bookkeeping functions up to trial balance.
-
Process journals, reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
-
Maintain accurate general ledger records and supporting schedules.
-
Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions.
-
Assist with preparation of management accounts and internal financial reports.
-
Perform balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis.
-
Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and procedures.
-
Support audit preparation and ad hoc finance requirements.
-
Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
-
Provide financial support to operational and management teams.
-
Assist with financial analysis and reporting as required.
-
BCom Degree in Accounting or Finance (essential)
-
Strong bookkeeping experience with sound accounting fundamentals
-
Exposure to month-end reporting and financial processes advantageous
-
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
-
Good Excel skills
-
Strong organisational and time management abilities
-
Ability to work independently in a full-time onsite role
-
Professional communication skills