Accounts Clerk (Sales & Purchase Ledger)

Job Placements; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A growing international wellness group is seeking an Accounts Clerk to manage sales and purchase ledgers. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in a finance role and proficiency in Xero. This is a remote, full-time position in South Africa offering a salary range of R35,000 to R45,000 per month.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, or general ledger roles.
• Proficient in Xero (or similar accounting software) and strong Excel skills.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage both sales and purchase ledger functions ensuring accurate invoicing and payments.
• Liaise with teams to ensure timely invoicing and collections.
• Conduct bank reconciliations and manage intercompany recharges.

Skills

Accounts receivable

Bookkeeping

Xero proficiency

Excel skills

Job description

Accounts Clerk (Sales & Purchase Ledger)

Join a growing international wellness and hospitality group in a key finance support role.

Remote (Anywhere in South Africa) | Full-time, Monday - Friday, 9am - 6pm UK | R35,000 - R45,000 per month

About Our Client

Our client is a dynamic and fast-growing global hospitality and wellness group with multiple venues and business units across the UK and internationally. They are known for creating inspiring spaces focused on connection, well-being, and exceptional guest experiences. As part of their continued expansion, they are strengthening their finance operations with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration.

The Role: Accounts Clerk (Sales & Purchase Ledger)

As the Accounts Clerk, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Group's financial operations by managing both sales and purchase ledger functions. This position ensures that invoicing, payments, reconciliations, and reporting are completed accurately and efficiently. You'll work closely with the Finance Manager and collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and partners to maintain the financial integrity of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Minimum 3 years experience in accounts receivable, bookkeeping, or a similar finance role

• Raise and issue accurate sales invoices and credit notes to members, partners, and entities

• Liaise with operations, sales, and finance teams to ensure timely invoicing and collections

• Follow up on overdue accounts and implement effective debt collection procedures

• Record all sales and bank receipts accurately in Xero

• Reconcile Property Management System (PMS) data with Xero and resolve discrepancies

• Generate weekly and monthly sales reports with commentary and variance analysis

• Prepare profit share and facilitator reports with the operations team

• Manage member payment mandates and direct debits

• Support monthly management accounts, sales forecasts, and audit documentation

• Process and code supplier invoices accurately and promptly in Xero

• Manage supplier relationships, resolve queries, and reconcile statements

• Prepare payment runs and ensure timely supplier payments

• Conduct bank reconciliations and manage intercompany recharges

• Produce aged creditor reports and support month-end and year-end close

• Maintain compliance with internal controls and support process improvements

• Ensure all records, agreements, and invoices are properly filed and stored

About You

• 3+ years experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, or general ledger roles

• Proficient in Xero (or similar accounting software) and strong Excel skills

• Solid understanding of accounting principl