Cashbook Accountant

Vine Recruitment; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial recruitment agency in Paarl is seeking a Cashbook Accountant to ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions. The successful candidate must have a Matric with Accounting, 3+ years in a similar role, and proficiency in Pastel Evolution. Responsibilities include maintaining cashbooks, processing bank statements, and reconciling accounts. Strong Excel skills and attention to detail are essential for this critical role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar cashbook role.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile multiple cashbooks daily.
• Process bank statements and allocate transactions accurately.
• Monitor and manage cash flow across accounts.
• Prepare and post journal entries related to cashbook transactions.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Proficiency in Excel

Education

Matric with Accounting

Relevant financial qualification or diploma

Tools

Pastel Evolution

Job description

Cashbook Accountant position available in Paarl.

Our client in Paarl Wholesalers is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Cashbook Accounts to join our finance team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the full cashbook function, ensuring accurate and timely recording of all financial transactions and capturing and processing all receipts and payments in the Cash Float and petty cash account.

This is a critical role that supports the smooth operation of our accounting processes and contributes to financial integrity.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain and reconcile multiple cashbooks daily
• Process bank statements and allocate transactions accurately
• Monitor and manage cash flow across accounts
• Prepare and post journal entries related to cashbook transactions
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures
• Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders regarding payments and receipts
• Ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations

Requirements:

• Matric (Grade 12) with Accounting as a subject
• A relevant financial qualification or diploma is advantageous
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar cashbook role
• Proficiency in accounting software (Pastel Evolution)
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Have own reliable transport.