Financial Clerk / Junior Bookkeeper

University of Fort Hare; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Fort Hare is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Clerk / Junior Bookkeeper in Stellenbosch to process day-to-day financial transactions and maintain accurate accounting records. You will support the finance team with routine tasks and assist with month-end procedures.

Responsibilities include supplier invoicing, reconciliations, VAT/EMP201 work, and general ledger maintenance. 1–3 years' accounting experience and proficiency in Excel are expected.

Qualifications

• BCom degree or related field in accounting/finance.
• 1–3 years accounting experience, early-career friendly.
• Experience with Sage or similar ERP software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial data handling.

Responsibilities

• Capture supplier invoices and maintain creditor records in multiple currencies.
• Prepare supplier payment schedules.
• Process company bank and credit card statements.
• Perform reconciliations: creditors, bank, and cards.
• Resolve supplier account queries and discrepancies.
• Process employee expenses and card transactions.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Process monthly journals (including PAYE and prepayments) and supporting docs.
• Assist with EMP201s and VAT deliverables.
• Assist with month-end and year-end procedures.
• Assist with fixed assets and stock verification checks.
• Maintain audit-ready filing systems.
• Manage petty cash and support ad hoc tasks.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

BCom Degree in Accounting/Finance or related

Tools

Sage

ERP system

Job description

Telecoms client in Techno Park, Stellenbosch,is seeking a Financial Clerk / Junior Bookkeeper is seeking a detail-orientated candidate who will be responsible for the accurate processing of day-to-day financial transactions, maintaining accounting records, performing reconciliations, and supporting the finance department with routine accounting and administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Capture supplier invoices, maintain accurate creditor records in multiple currencies
• Prepare supplier payment schedules
• Process company bank account and credit card statements
• Perform creditor, bank, and credit card reconciliations
• Resolve supplier account queries and discrepancies
• Process employee expense claims and company credit card transactions
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
• Process monthly journals (including but not limited to PAYE / prepayments) and maintain supporting documentation
• Completion of EMP201’s and assistance with VAT-related deliverables
• Assist with month-end and year-end procedures
• Assistance with fixed assets and stock physical verification spot-checks
• Ensure financial records are accurate, complete, and up to date
• Maintain filing systems and supporting documentation for audit purposes
• Petty cash management
• Support the finance team with ad hoc administrative and accounting tasks

Requirements

• BCom Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field or similar
• Approximately 1–3 years' accounting experience, making this an ideal opportunity for an early-career finance professional looking to grow their career
• Experience using accounting software such as Sage or a similar ERP system
• Good Microsoft Excel skills, with the ability to work accurately with financial data
• Strong numerical aptitude, attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills