Cashbook Clerk

Network1; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Midrand is looking for a meticulous Cashbook Clerk to take full ownership of the banking function. This role requires managing the entire banking cycle, posting transactions, and performing reconciliations. The successful candidate will enjoy working in a high-volume environment with attention to detail and receive mentorship for career growth. Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with accounting systems are essential, while experience with BuildSmart is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Cashbook Clerk or similar finance role.
• Ability to handle high transaction volumes.
• Strong understanding of bank reconciliations and general ledger postings.

Responsibilities

• Manage the banking cycle and daily cashbook processing.
• Capture and allocate daily bank transactions accurately.
• Perform bank reconciliations and manage administrative tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Bank reconciliations

Microsoft Excel

Organisational skills

Tools

Accounting systems

BuildSmart

Job description

Are you a meticulous Cashbook Clerk who thrives in a high-volume banking environment and enjoys taking full ownership of the cashbook function? My client is seeking a diligent and detail‑oriented Cashbook Clerk to take full ownership of the company’s banking function. This role is critical to the accuracy and integrity of financial records and involves the end-to-end management of the banking cycle including postings to the general ledger.

The successful candidate will work closely with senior finance leadership and receive hands‑on mentorship with a clear growth path within the finance team. This role is based in Kyalami Midrand.

Key Responsibilities

• Full management of the banking cycle including daily cashbook processing.
• Capture and allocate high volumes of daily bank transactions accurately.
• Post all banking transactions to the general ledger.
• Perform daily, weekly and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Manage all banking-related administrative tasks ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Process and review payments ensuring correct approvals and allocations.
• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders regarding banking queries.
• Assist with month‑end close related to cash and banking.
• Support the creditors function where required due to transaction volumes.
• Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation for audit purposes.
• Assist with ad hoc finance and accounting tasks as required.

Job Experience and Skills Required

• Proven experience in a Cashbook Clerk, Creditors Clerk or similar finance role.
• Strong understanding of bank reconciliations and general ledger postings.
• Ability to handle high transaction volumes with attention to detail.
• High levels of perseverance, accountability and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.Experience on BuildSmart would be advantageous but is not essential (training provided).

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