Accounts Clerk - Flexible Remote Option

Placements24; Siyancuma Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote days

Training and development

Supportive team

Competitive salary

Local industry exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Accounts Clerk in Upington, Northern Cape. The role focuses on transactional accounting, invoicing, ledgers, and month-end close, with flexible remote days depending on operations.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of experience and a solid understanding of basic accounting principles, Excel proficiency, and strong organizational skills. You will work within a supportive finance team and contribute to accurate financial reporting in a growing agricultural sector

Qualifications

• Basic accounting principles and bookkeeping knowledge.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process incoming invoices and prepare payments.
• Record daily financial transactions.
• Maintain ledgers and reconcile statements.
• Handle accounts receivable and customer inquiries.
• Prepare financial reports as required.
• Support month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Manage petty cash and other small transactions.
• Ensure records are organized and accessible.
• Assist with data entry and verify entries in accounting software.
• Collaborate with finance team for efficient workflow.

Skills

Accounting

Excel

Bookkeeping

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a growing business in the agricultural sector, is seeking a meticulous Accounts Clerk to join their finance team in Upington, Northern Cape . This role requires a strong grasp of basic accounting principles and a commitment to maintaining accurate financial records. The company offers a flexible work arrangement for this position, allowing for periodic remote work days depending on operational needs and performance. The Accounts Clerk will be responsible for a range of transactional accounting duties, ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the finance department. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and possesses excellent administrative skills. This is a valuable opportunity to contribute to a key industry player and develop your accounting career.

Key Responsibilities

• Process incoming invoices and prepare payments.
• Assist with the recording of daily financial transactions.
• Maintain accurate ledgers and reconcile financial statements.
• Handle customer inquiries and manage accounts receivable.
• Prepare and file financial reports as required.
• Support the month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Manage petty cash and other small financial transactions.
• Ensure all financial records are properly maintained and organized.
• Assist with data entry and verification for accounting software.
• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure efficient workflow.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Accounts Clerk or in a similar administrative/accounting role (minimum 1-2 years).
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and bookkeeping.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage) and MS Office, especially Excel.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with the agricultural sector is a plus.
• Previous experience in the Upington area is advantageous.
• Must be reliable and committed to meeting deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary appropriate for the role and location.
• Flexible work arrangement with potential for remote days.
• Opportunity to work within a vital industry.
• Supportive team environment.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Contribution to a respected local business.