Internship at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr Inc

Job Description

An exciting opportunity exists in the Johannesburg Finance department for a graduate that has successfully completed a BCOM Finance/Accounting degree.
The applicant should be proficient in, MS Office i.e. Excel, Word, and Outlook. Experience in the accounting software programme AJS would be considered an advantage.
Training will be provided on in-house systems such as AJS.

KEY FUNCTIONS

The responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:

• Manage and maintain Creditors
• Capture and reconcile Cash Books
• Assist with investments when required
• Assist in month-end procedure
• Maintain financial files and records
• Follow up on outstanding unallocated direct deposits
• Assist manager with all departmental matters when needed
• Attend to telephonic and email queries and requests
• Assist with other responsibilities in the department as required

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Effective interpersonal and communications skills
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Proactive
• Ability to administer and execute instructions, from receipt to conclusion, with minimal supervision.
• Strong organisational skills, meticulous and high attention to detail
• Ability to work towards tight deadlines in a highly pressurized environment
• Be honest and trustworthy
• Be flexible
• Motivated and driven
• May be required to work extended hours during month-end