Finance Clerk

Tower Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Durban is seeking a Financial Administrator to oversee financial aspects of Port Agency and Clearing & Forwarding. The ideal candidate will manage revenue and debtors, process trade creditors, and ensure compliance with company policies. Minimum 5 years of practical accounting experience and an accounting degree are required. Strong communication and organizational skills are crucial. This role involves collaborative work and commitment to ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 yrs practical accounting experience.
• Good command of English and communication skills.
• Understanding of tax principles (VAT Act).

Responsibilities

• Ensure agency fee debit notes are printed within 48 hours.
• Prepare weekly debtors report for review.
• Maintain accounting controls over income and expenditure.

Skills

Accounting software (e.g., Accpac)

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Matric (Grade 12) with Accounting & Math’s

Completed Accounting Degree or Diploma

Job description

Job Objective : Effective control and administration of all financial aspects relating to Port Agency and Clearing & Forwarding

Revenue & Debtor Management

Ensure agency fee debit notes are printed within 48 hours of the vessel sailing

Check & forward Monthly statements to customers

Follow up on queries

Monitoring debtor balances outside credit terms

Prepare weekly debtors report for review with the branch manager & follow up outstandings

Creditors

Processing trade creditors

Releasing disbursement creditors for payment

Complete cheque requisitions for urgent payments

Open new suppliers accounts in Vos

Disbursement Control

Completing Port Disbursement Accounts on VOS desktop and VOS web

Check Pd’s for accuracy & completeness of PD accounts

Sub schedules and analysis as required for passenger liner customers

Assist ops finance clerks during peak periods & when on leave

Other functions

Maintaining prudent accounting controls over the branch’s income and expenditure

Strict adherence to the companies’ policies & procedure

Preparing weekly forecast in IDU for submission to Regional Finance Controller.

Preparing month-end reports for Head Office for submission to the Regional Finance Controller.

Processing of year-end entries eg. Accruals and Provisions for submission to Regional Finance Controller.

Any other ad-hoc duties that may be required within the finance department

Requirements

Matric (Grade 12) with grade 12 Accounting & Math’s

Completed Accounting Degree or Diploma.

Minimum 5 yrs practical accounting experience

Good command of English and good communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge and experience of accounting software i.e. Accpac

An understanding of basic accounting principles and able to reconcile general ledger / key supplier accounts

A good understanding of tax principles i.e. VAT Act

Visible initiative and drive together with flexibility are key attributes required

The ability to work independently under pressure according to tight deadlines is imperative

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Able to establish & maintain effective relationships with superiors, colleagues, clients and suppliers

Able to develop sound internal customer relationships

Uses IT for controlling and improving work results

Commitment to complying with company ethics

Further critical attributes include a meticulous approach, attention to detail and a high level of conscientiousness

To be proactive and motivated

Good planning & organizational skills

Available to work outside of normal working hours as / when required