Accounting Internships: AT(SA)

Join Accounting and Financial Advisory (AFA), a financial management consulting firm with a national footprint and international reach. AFA offers an accelerated growth program designed to develop highly skilled finance professionals.

This role, based in the AFA Cape Town Office at West Tower, Canal Walk, is part of the Outsourcing Finance Team. The successful candidate will be employed as a Shared Services Trainee, gaining real-world accounting experience while completing the Accounting Technician (SA) Learnership.

Job Summary

• Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
• Job Type: Internship
• Closing Date: 31 January 2025

Responsibilities

Accounts Payable Processor

• Process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Verify invoices for documentation and approval.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate accounts payable records.
• Assist in preparing monthly financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Manage vendor inquiries regarding payments and account status.
• Support year-end audits by providing necessary documentation.

Accounts Receivable Processor

• Generate and reconcile sales invoices.
• Perform customer reconciliation and allocate receipts.
• Maintain accurate accounts receivable records.
• Process monthly journals and resolve discrepancies.
• Respond to payment inquiries and support year-end audits.

Qualifications

• Matric (minimum).
• Preferably pursuing University of Technology finance studies.
• Practical finance work experience (essential).
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Good work ethic, ability to follow instructions, and team-oriented.

About the AT(SA) Learnership

The Accounting Technician (SA) Learnership, sponsored by AFA, combines accounting theory with practical experience. It consists of three NQF levels:

• Level 3: Certificate in Accounting Technician (NQF 3).
• Level 4: FET Certificate in Accounting Technician (NQF 4).
• Level 5: Certificate in Accounting (NQF 5).
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Learners will receive mentoring, study support, and study leave to complete the qualification over approximately three years.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: R6,000 per month (gross).
• Fully paid AT(SA) Learnership, including study and exam fees.
• On-the-job coaching.
• Study, exam, and annual leave.

How to Apply

Submit your CV and cover letter by 31 January 2025 at:
AFA Careers. For queries, contact: careers@afa.global

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AFA actively supports diversity and encourages applications from African Black individuals and people with disabilities.