Spar is offering an exciting opportunity for a Finance Trainee in their Cape Town office. This role is ideal for individuals looking to gain hands-on finance and accounting experience within the fast-paced retail and FMCG environment.
Finance Traine Overview:
- Listing Reference: spar_000795
- Location: Cape Town
- Position Status: Online
- Apply By: 12 September 2025
- Industry: FMCG & Supply Management
- Contract: Permanent
- Remuneration: Market Related
- EE Position: No
Key Responsibilities:
1. Financial Administration
- Assist in reconciling creditors’ ledgers to supplier statements.
- Support payment schedules preparation and submission for payment runs.
- Participate in weekly and monthly supplier payment processes.
- Learn to process purchase orders, journals, claims, and invoices accurately.
- Gain exposure to forecasting payment schedules.
2. Process Control & Query Resolution
- Assist in resolving outstanding documents and supplier queries.
- Support reconciliation of statements, remittances, and credit notes.
- Learn to manage payment-related queries with guidance.
- Observe and assist in warehouse/supplier escalation procedures.
3. Record Keeping & Documentation
- Maintain and update the finance document filing system (both electronic and manual).
- Ensure accurate matching and storage of relevant supporting documents.
- Assist in the preparation and distribution of finance reports.
4. Reporting & Month-End Activities
- Support daily payment balancing tasks.
- Learn to generate and interpret finance reports.
- Assist in the preparation of expense analysis reports.
- Help prepare month-end journals for accurate trial balance completion, covering areas such as trade debtors, trade creditors, general finance, and payroll.
5. Professional Development
- Participate in training sessions and complete assigned learning modules.
- Support various DC project initiatives.
- Observe and learn from disciplinary, performance review, and team meeting processes (where applicable).
- Receive feedback, coaching, and guidance from the Accounts Payable Controller.
Minimum Requirements:
Qualifications:
- Matric Certificate (essential)
- Finance-related qualification or actively studying towards one
Skills and Knowledge:
- Strong computer literacy (essential)
- High level of numeracy skills
- Excellent administrative skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication skills
- Exceptional time management skills
- Strong customer service orientation
- Microsoft Excel skills (advantageous)
This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking to grow their career in finance within the FMCG and retail sector. The Finance Trainee role offers valuable exposure to various financial processes, with the chance to work alongside a professional team and gain experience in a high-volume environment.
If you’re eager to learn, develop your financial expertise, and contribute to a dynamic team, this position is for you. Apply Today – The deadline for applications is 12 September 2025.
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