Finance and Admin Assistant

Rondebosch, Cape Town
R25,000-32,000 per month
Contract
Full-time

1 month ago

Job Description :Are you highly organised, detail-oriented and passionate about supporting meaningful work? We’re hiring a Finance and Admin Assistant for a purpose-driven organisation working across the environmental and development sectors. This is a 6-month fixed-duration contract.In this vital support role, you’ll assist with financial processes, grant tracking, and day-to-day administration, helping the team stay on top of their commitments. The position would suit someone with a background in finance or admin, preferably within the NGO or development space. Applicants should be available immediately.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives on structure, values precision, and wants to contribute to a high-impact project.Key Responsibilities:

Manage payment processing, expense claims and financial reconciliations in line with organisational and donor requirements

Maintain accurate financial documentation and digital records (invoices, receipts, timesheets)

Support the preparation of monthly finance reports and assist with budget tracking

Assist with compiling documentation for donor reports and audits

Follow up on outstanding invoices and liaise with suppliers or service providers as needed

Track sub-grants and contract milestones with support from the grants and contracts team

Maintain well-organised filing systems for finance and admin documentation

Support meeting scheduling, minute taking and follow-up of action items

Assist with admin support for events, including budget tracking and supplier payments

Requirements

A diploma or degree in finance, accounting, business administration or a related field

2 to 4 years of experience in a finance or admin support role

Basic understanding of accounting principles and donor compliance

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software

Strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills

Clear communication and a proactive, can-do attitude

Comfortable working independently as well as part of a remote, multicultural team

Discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information

BenefitsThis is a fixed-term contract role of 6 months offering the chance to be part of a committed and supportive team doing work that matters.

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