Accounts Clerk - Detail-Driven Finance Support (6-Mo)

University of Fort Hare; Durban; On-site; ZAR 145,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Fort Hare in Durban North is seeking a competent Accounts Clerk for a 6-month fixed-term contract (October 2026 – March 2027). The role involves processing supplier invoices, cashbook entries, EFT payments, petty cash, and branch bank reconciliations.

The ideal candidate will have 2–5 years in finance or bookkeeping, strong Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables), and experience with Sage or Omni Accounts, along with high accuracy and integrity.

Qualifications

• Degree, diploma or certificate in accounting or related field.
• 2–5 years in finance or bookkeeping role.
• Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables).
• Experience with Sage or Omni Accounts.
• Attention to detail and confidential data handling.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and cashbook transactions.
• Handle EFT payments, petty cash, and branch bank reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems.
• Update departmental spreadsheets and payment documentation.
• Provide general administrative and accounting support.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Time management

Professional communication

Education

Degree/Diploma/Certificate in Accounting or related

Tools

Sage

Omni Accounts

Job description

University of Fort Hare in Durban North is seeking a competent Accounts Clerk for a 6-month fixed-term contract (October 2026 – March 2027). The role involves processing supplier invoices, cashbook entries, EFT payments, petty cash, and branch bank reconciliations.

The ideal candidate will have 2–5 years in finance or bookkeeping, strong Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables), and experience with Sage or Omni Accounts, along with high accuracy and integrity.