Budgeting Assistant - Midrand (12 Month Fixed-Term Contract)
Dis-Chem Pharmacies · Gauteng
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- Dis-Chem Pharmacies in Midrand has an opportunity available for a Budgeting Assistant to join the Finance team. The main purpose of the role is to provide administrative and financial support in the preparation, monitoring and reporting of budgets.
- The role ensures accurate maintenance of budget information, monitoring of variances and assistance in preparation of financial reports.
Minimum Requirements
Essential
- Matric or equivalent Senior Certificate
- Diploma or Degree in Accounting
- Minimum 1 - 2 years of experience in finance, budgeting, accounting administration or a related environment
- Experience working with financial systems and spreadsheets
- Strong administration skills and attention to detail with strong excel skills
Advantageous
- Experience with budget monitoring and financial reporting
Roles & Responsibilities
Budget Preparation
- Capture and maintain approved budget information on relevant financial systems within the defined timelines.
- Ensure budget changes are tracked and accurately updated timeously.
- Ensure budget information is accurate, complete and maintained in accordance with financial procedures.
Financial Reporting and Administration
- Extract and prepare regular budget monitoring reports as per reporting requirements.
- Perform basic variance analysis and investigate discrepancies and escalate large variances to management.
- Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation.
- Ensure documentation is appropriately filed and readily accessible for audit purposes.
- Respond to routine budget and expenditure queries.
Competencies
- Knowledge of accounting principles
- Good Microsoft Office Skill, SAP, BI and automation skills
- Cognitive skills
- Business acumen
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Quality orientation
- Self-management skills
Special conditions of employment
- South African citizen
- MIE, clear criminal and credit
- Driver's license and/or own reliable transport
Remuneration and benefits
- Market-related salary
- Medical aid
- Provident fund
- Staff account
Closing Date 29 October 2026