Cashbook Clerk

Job Placements; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-national company in Cape Town is seeking a Cashbook Clerk to join their energetic team. The role involves managing cashbook transactions, reconciling bank accounts, and processing payments. Candidates should have a Matric qualification, work experience with Pastel Accounting, and a clear ITC record. This position offers room for career growth and requires attention to detail and adherence to financial policies. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• ITC Clear and No Criminal Record.
• Able to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Worked with Pastel Accounting Partner and/or Evolution.

Responsibilities

• Capture and maintain daily cashbook transactions.
• Reconcile all bank accounts daily, weekly, or monthly.
• Prepare and process payments including EFTs and debit orders.
• Maintain and reconcile petty cash and issue vouchers.
• Prepare monthly cashflow reports.

Skills

Cashbook Management

Reconciliation skills

Attention to detail

Customer liaison

Experience with Pastel Accounting

Education

Matric

Tools

Pastel Accounting Partner

Job description

A multi-national company based in Airport Industrial Cape Town, is looking for a Cashbook Clerk to join their young, energetic, and growing team. Career growth opportunities. Position is available immediately.

• . Cashbook Management

Capture and maintain daily cashbook transactions.

Reconcile all bank accounts (daily, weekly, or monthly depending on company policy).

Ensure accuracy of bank balances and investigate discrepancies immediately.

Allocate receipts and payments to correct ledger accounts.

Banking & Payments

Prepare and process payments (EFTs, debit orders, cheques where applicable).

Load beneficiary details on the banking platform.

Ensure correct supporting documents are attached for payments.

Follow internal controls for approval of payments.

Receipts & Collections

Capture customer receipts and allocate them correctly.

Follow up on unidentified deposits.

Liaise with customers or internal departments to resolve payment queries.

Petty Cash Administration

Maintain and reconcile petty cash.

Issue petty cash vouchers and ensure receipts match claims.

Prepare monthly petty cash reports.

Documentation & Filing

Maintain accurate filing of bank statements, deposit slips, remittances, and payment documents.

Ensure all financial documents comply with audit standards.

Reporting

Prepare daily / weekly / monthly cashflow reports.

Provide bank reconciliation summaries to accountants or management.

Assist with audit requests related to cashbook and banking.

Compliance & Controls

Adhere to company financial policies and internal controls.

Maintain confidentiality when handling financial information.

Report suspicious or unusual transactions immediately.

Other Support Duties

Assist the finance team with general accounting tasks.

Support month-end close processes.

Liaise with suppliers and customers regarding payments or receipts.

Minimum Requirements

ITC Clear and No Criminal Record

Matric (Accounts will be advantageous)

Able to meet deadlines and work under pressure.

Worked with Pastel Accounting Partner and or Evolution