Accounts Assistant - Pietermaritzburg at Accountancy Placements

• Our client is seeking a detail‑oriented and highly organised Accounts Assistant with strong Pastel Accounting experience to join their team.

Responsibilities:

• Capture and process daily financial transactions on Pastel Accounting
• Perform bank, creditors, and debtors’ reconciliations
• Prepare and post monthly journals and adjustments
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger records
• Prepare accounts up to trial balance
• Assist with month-end and year-end processes
• Manage supplier queries and assist with payment runs
• Provide general support to the Finance team with ad hoc tasks

Requirements

• Previous experience in a similar accounts/bookkeeping role
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (formulas, reconciliations)
• Proven experience working on Pastel Accounting (Essential)
• Solid understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and organisational skills