Finance Assistant
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 12, 2026.
Our client is a well-established UK-based events and speakers bureau seeking a meticulous and structured Finance Assistant to join their team remotely. In this full-time position, you will support the finance department with daily bookkeeping, invoicing, and financial administration. You will be joining a collaborative team that provides strong initial support and robust quality checks to ensure full accuracy across all financial transactions.
What you will do:
- Prepare, review, and draft invoices accurately across multiple currencies and varying VAT rates
- Process accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions efficiently
- Input and manage supplier bills, receipts, and financial records in Xero
- Perform routine bank reconciliations and verify transaction details
- Track invoiced, received, and outstanding balances across CRM and accounting platforms
- Cross-reference data between internal systems to maintain clean, accurate records
- Assist with general administrative finance duties to support the wider team
What we are looking for:
- Strong practical experience in bookkeeping, finance administration, or accounts assistance
- Practical proficiency with Xero accounting software
- Experience handling multi-currency transactions and varied VAT calculations
- Exceptional attention to detail and high precision when working with numbers
- A calm, methodical approach to handling financial data and invoices
- Strong communication skills and comfort working in an environment where cross-checking work is standard practice
- Self-motivation and the discipline to work effectively from a remote home office
Nice to have:
- Experience working with UK-based accounting frameworks or clients
- Background in events, agencies, or service-based business sectors
What is on offer:
- Remuneration: R25 000 - R32 000 per month
- Hours: Full time
- Location: Fully remote from South Africa
How to apply:
Please submit your updated CV detailing your relevant bookkeeping and Xero experience to apply.