Finance Admin Assistant - FTC

Bloemfontein
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Contract
Sectors: Admin Manufacturing
Reference: 188272

Apply before Jun 18 2026 | 15 Days left

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Vacancy Details

Employer: Defy Appliances

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

Defy Finance, Bloemfontein branch is looking for a dynamic and professional finance admin assistant. The person will be responsible for carrying out accounting, administrative and clerical support to all financial functions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain accurate financial records and SAP postings.
Perform reconciliations (creditors, balance sheet, petty cash).
Manage Accounts Payable processes, ensuring:
Correct GL and vendor allocation.
Compliance with SOPs and authorization limits.
Timely invoice processing and payment execution.
Coordinate and monitor administrative workflows.
Ensure records and documentation meet audit standards.
Support month-end close and reporting timelines.
Prepare cost center reports and investigate variances.
Process cash receipts and refunds in line with SOPs.
Ensure timely processing of credit notes and resolution of customer queries.
Maintain and load credit transactions.
Resolve debtor, creditor, and stock-related queries.
Ensure adherence to company policies and governance standards.
This role also performs the Cash office function.
Support annual budgeting processes.
Participate in stock takes and investigate variances.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Grade 12 + 3 years diploma in bookkeeping/accounting
Experience in Admin/Finance is advantagous
Proficiency in SAP and financial systems
Strong oraganizational skills with attention to detail
Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks efficiently

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About Defy Appliances

Defy Appliances is a South African manufacturing company and is the largest manufacturer and distributor of major domestic appliances in southern Africa. The company manufactures and develops a range of large appliances from gas stoves, refrigerators, washing machines and tumble dryers to continuous clean ovens and convection ovens.

It currently operates two factories:

Jacobs (Durban) - manufactures free-standing stoves, built-in ovens and hobs, tumble dryers.
Ezakheni (Ladysmith) - manufactures electric chest freezers and electric refrigerators.

Defy Appliances was founded in the 1905 in Wentworth, KwaZulu-Natal by John Skinner and Sir Benjamin Greenacre. The company manufactured its first product, electric stoves, in 1932. The Durban Falkirk Iron Company (DFI, now DEFY) moved the foundry from Jacobs to Newcastle around 1987. In July 2011, the company was purchased by Turkish based Arçelik as part of its plan to expand into emerging markets in Africa.

Defy has earned the right to be called an iconic brand in South Africa, engendering a long-lasting, loyal relationship with our consumers over the past 117 years. Our brand is greater than our products or services – it has an immensely strong influence not only on consumers but also on the entire appliance and electronics industry.

Through a strong focus on R&D, Defy continues to design and develop new products, keeping the brand relevant and aspirational. Defy has always been a pioneer in the large appliance market, with innovation and technological advancement being the main thrust of its product development. With products focused on good nutrition, water and energy efficiency, Defy strives to ensure that our consumers live better lives