Assistant Accountant

Gaborone - Botswana

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 6 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Assistant Accountant Shared Services role is responsible is for accurate processing of invoices reconciliations payroll inputs and month-end journals. It plays a key role in maintaining financial records supporting audit queries and ensuring compliance with internal controls.

The role works closely with the Shared Services Accountant and Management Accountant to ensure timely and accurate financial data and contributes to process improvements and automation initiatives.

This role supports the day-to-day transactional finance operations across DBHB DBGSS and Auction Sales.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

Process vendor invoices and ensure timely payments
Support resolution of payment queries and disputes
Assist in managing petty cash and staff claims
Maintain accurate records for Accounts Payable and Receivable

Cashflow and Treasury Support

Prepare weekly cashflow reports
Support Sight and Diamond Purchases treasury processes
Assist in credit card posting and cash advance reconciliations
Review payment runs and bank clearing accounts

Month-End Close

Prepare and post standard journals
Review and reconcile prepayments and other income accounts
Support month-end reporting packs and schedules
Review VAT WHT and Training Levy ledgers

Audit and Compliance

Prepare audit schedules and respond to auditor queries
Ensure documentation is complete and audit-ready
Support internal control reviews and compliance checks

Systems and Process Improvement

Maintain SAP entries
Identify opportunities for automation and efficiency
Support training and documentation of standard operating procedures

Qualifications :

Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field
Progress toward a professional accounting qualification (ACCA CIMA ACA) is advantageous

Experience

24 years in transactional finance or audit
Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems preferred
Exposure to month-end close and reconciliations

Technical Skills

Strong accounting fundamentals and Excel proficiency
Familiarity with financial controls and reporting

Soft Skills

Detail-oriented and organized
Strong communication and teamwork
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Additional Information :

Our Values

Put Safety First We consider all risks to people and the environment before proceeding with any activity. We address risks before beginning any activity even if this means stopping a task. Zero Harm is always our goal.

Be Passionate We are exhilarated by the product we sell the challenges we face and the opportunities we create.

Pull Together Being united in purpose and action we will turn the diversity of our people skills and experience into an unparalleled source of strength.

Build Trust We will always listen first then act with openness honesty and integrity so that our relationships flourish

Show we Care The people whose lives we touch their communities nations and the environment we share all matter deeply to us. We will always think through the consequences of what we do so that our contribution to the world is real lasting and makes us proud.

Shape the Future We will find new ways. We will set demanding targets and take both tough decisions and considered risks to achieve them. We will insist on excellent execution and reward those who deliver.

TO APPLY:

Submit applications on or before the closing date:

CLOSING DATE: 12 February 2026

Should you not have heard from the HR Department four weeks after the closing date kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.

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Remote Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time