Accounting Clerk

Smith Garb And Associates Cc; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith Garb And Associates Cc is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to support a fast-paced multinational finance team. The role covers day-to-day accounting across multiple entities and currencies, with a focus on bank processing, reconciliations, accounts payable, payroll journals and general accounting administration.

You will ensure accuracy, confidentiality and financial integrity while assisting with month-end close, financial reporting and audit support.

Qualifications

• Accounting qualification such as a Diploma or Degree.
• Candidates studying SAIPA, SAICA, CIMA or ACCA encouraged.
• Proven experience with QuickBooks.
• Experience in multi-currency transactions.
• Payroll journal processing experience.
• Strong accounts payable and supplier invoice processing knowledge.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process and reconcile multi-currency bank transactions across various company bank accounts.
• Perform regular bank and account reconciliations, investigating discrepancies.
• Process supplier invoices and bills accurately on QuickBooks.
• Prepare and post payroll journals accurately and within deadlines.
• Monitor foreign exchange gains and losses arising from multi-currency transactions.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Support internal and external audit requirements with documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical ability

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Accounting Diploma or Degree

Bookkeeping certification

Pursuing SAIPA/SAICA/CIMA/ACCA

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

An opportunity is available for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounting Clerk to join a fast-paced, multinational finance environment. The successful candidate will provide support across the day-to-day accounting function, working across multiple entities and currencies.
The role will have a strong focus on bank processing and reconciliations, accounts payable, payroll journals and general accounting administration. The successful candidate will be required to maintain a high level of accuracy, confidentiality and financial integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and reconcile multi-currency bank transactions across various company bank accounts.
• Perform regular bank and account reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Process supplier invoices and bills accurately on QuickBooks, ensuring correct coding, approvals and payment terms.
• Prepare and post payroll journals accurately and within required deadlines.
• Monitor foreign exchange gains and losses arising from multi-currency transactions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records across multiple entities and currencies.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial close processes.
• Respond to supplier, employee and internal finance queries in a professional and timely manner.
• Assist with internal and external audit requirements and provide supporting documentation when required.
• Ensure financial transactions are processed in accordance with company policies, internal controls and applicable accounting standards.
• Assist with financial reporting, general finance administration and other ad hoc accounting duties as required.
• Relevant Accounting qualification, such as a Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Bookkeeping certification, or equivalent.
• Candidates currently studying towards SAIPA, SAICA, CIMA or ACCA will be considered.
• Proven practical experience working with QuickBooks – essential.
• Experience processing multi-currency transactions.
• Previous experience with payroll journal processing.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable and supplier invoice processing.
• Sound understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Working knowledge of foreign currencies, including USD, EUR and GBP.
• Strong numerical and analytical ability.

Advantageous Experience

• Previous experience working within a multinational or multi-entity organisation.
• Exposure to foreign currency reconciliations and exchange rate accounting.
• Experience with month-end and year-end accounting processes.
• Previous exposure to audit preparation and financial reporting.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High levels of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• Proactive and solutions-oriented approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Adaptability and the ability to operate effectively within a fast-paced and changing environment.