Accounting Clerk/Finance Assistant

Job Placements; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in South Africa is seeking a Bookkeeper to manage accounting responsibilities including maintaining the Trial Balance, preparing financial statements, and ensuring statutory compliance. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of relevant experience and a strong attention to detail. An Accounting Diploma is a plus. This role requires proficiency in accounting software and the capability to work independently.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years relevant experience.
• Experience with books to Trial Balance.
• Proficiency in accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain integrity of the Trial Balance and sub-books.
• Prepare and submit month-end financial packs.
• Process transactions up to Financial Statements level.
• Daily cash book processing and reconciliation.
• Manage petty cash transactions and prepare monthly reconciliations.
• Prepare and reconcile VAT submissions.
• Issue invoices and statements to clients.
• Conduct monthly stock counts and variance reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Integrity

Accounting software

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Accounting Diploma

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

1. Bookkeeping & Accounting

• Maintain integrity of the Trial Balance and sub-books.
• Process transactions and journals up to Financial Statements level.
• Prepare and submit month-end financial packs.
• Support internal, statutory, and SARS audits.
• Maintain accurate records and filing systems.

2. Banking & Cash Flow

• Daily cash book processing and reconciliation.
• Load and release online payments (creditors, payroll, SARS, etc.).
• Monitor and project cash flow weekly and monthly.

3. Petty Cash

• Manage petty cash transactions and prepare monthly reconciliations.

4. Statutory Compliance

• Prepare and reconcile VAT (VAT201) and EMP201 submissions.
• Ensure timely payments to SARS, CIPC, and third-party payroll providers.
• Handle MIBCO submissions and assist with WComp ROE.

5. Debtors (Accounts Receivable)

• Issue invoices and statements.
• Manage job cards, collections, and customer queries.
• Reconcile debtor accounts and ensure timely payments.

6. Creditors (Accounts Payable)

• Process purchase orders and supplier invoices.
• Prepare and submit creditor reconciliations for review.

7. Fixed Assets

• Maintain fixed asset and small asset registers.
• Process depreciation and submit insurance updates for asset changes.

8. Inventory

• Conduct monthly stock counts and variance reporting.
• Maintain inventory valuation and reconciliation.
• Update consignment stock lists and ensure stock accuracy.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric (Accounting Diploma is a plus).
• Minimum 2 years relevant experience.
• Experience with books to Trial Balance and accounting software.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• High integrity, trustworthiness, and reliability.
• Excellent work ethic and ability to work independently.