Permanent Trade Admin Assistant

Description:

My client, an established concern within the agricultural industry is seeking to employ a Trade Admin Assistant to be responsible for handling and processing purchases, sales and freight commodities in Paarl. The successful candidate must have a strong accounting background with min 2 - 5 years working experience. Typically you would input transactions on to the system, troubleshoot concerns on transactions and loads, liaise with clients and monitor accounts receivable and payable. Duties continued:Coordinate billing and inventory control for all assigned loads Maintain contact with assigned customer accounts Data entry and management of all assigned customer orders, loads, and customer correspondence Manage assigned customer problems with load queries Maintain current and up to date daily invoicing and various customer/management reports Demonstrate regular attendance and timeliness in reporting to work, meetings and completing assignments Accounts receivables and problem resolution Sales and accounting support as assigned Other general administrative duties as assigned Requirements: Qualification in Account/ Administration and/or equivalent professional work experience in related field required Ability to work and interact well with others Strong Microsoft Office Excel skills preferred Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment 1+ years’ experience in a trading environment preferred, or 3+ years in a business environment Prior experience with accounts receivable or collections preferred Ability to work in a team environment Strong customer service commitment Ability to maintain confidential information Strong communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to work at a very detailed level SECTOR: Finance; Logistics, Warehouse & Freight