Junior Financial Assistant

Midrand, South Africa | Posted on 28/07/2026

• Salary Will be discussed during interview
• Province Gauteng
• Country South Africa
• Postal Code 1684

We are looking for a Junior Financial Assistant to join our team

Are you a school-leaver with a head for numbers and a passion for finance? Looking for your first step into the world of bookkeeping and accounting?

GC Solar is looking for a Junior Financial Assistant to support our finance function handling the day-to-day bookkeeping, reconciliations, and administrative tasks with accuracy and efficiency.

This is an entry-level role perfect for someone with accounting at school level who is ready to learn and grow in a hands-on, real-world environment.

What you will be doing:

• Perform basic bookkeeping tasks capturing invoices, payments, and receipts
• Assist with reconciliations bank accounts, supplier statements, and credit cards
• Process and track supplier invoices and client payments
• Provide general administrative support to the finance team
• Respond to client inquiries timeously and professionally
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems
• Assist with ad-hoc finance and admin tasks as needed

• Matric certificate with Accounting as a subject (essential)
• A basic understanding of how bookkeeping works
• Reliable transport to and from Midrand (essential)
• Strong computer knowledge — MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Advanced Excel skills is an advantage
• Accounting software knowledge (e.g. Pastel, Quick Books, or Xero) is an advantage
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Deadline-driven and able to work under pressure
• Professional communication skills — dealing with clients via phone and email
• A willingness to learn and grow in a finance environment
• Advantageous (but not essential):
• Previous admin or finance experience
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g. Pastel, Quick Books, or Xero)
• Experience with reconciliations

This is a fantastic opportunity to get your foot in the door and build a career in finance. You will gain hands-on experience across bookkeeping, reconciliations, and client administration with mentorship and support along the way.