Junior Accounts Clerk

ExecutivePlacements.com; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Johannesburg is seeking a detail-oriented candidate for a position focused on managing accounts payable and handling supplier invoices. The ideal applicant should have a High School Diploma with emphasis on Accounting or Mathematics, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Experience in a finance environment, though not mandatory, would be beneficial. This role offers an opportunity to develop skills in a supportive setting, with a focus on maintaining financial records and ensuring audit readiness.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with a focus on Accounting or Mathematics.
• Certificate or Diploma in Bookkeeping/Accounting is highly preferred.
• 0–1 year of office experience, internship in finance is a plus.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel required.

Responsibilities

• Accurately input supplier invoices and expense claims into accounting software.
• Maintain filing system for accounts payable documents for audits.
• Assist in processing payments to suppliers.
• Verify payment terms and maintain up-to-date vendor information.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Accounting principles

Office experience

Education

High School Diploma in Accounting or Mathematics

Certificate/Diploma in Bookkeeping/Accounting

Tools

Sage

Job description

Recruiter: Liham Consulting Pty (Ltd)

Job Ref: 3042860476

Date posted: Friday, January 23, 2026

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

Job Description

• Accurately input incoming supplier invoices, expense claims, and related financial data into the accounting software
• Maintaining a digital and physical filing system for all accounts payable documents to ensure audit readiness.
• Assisting in processing payments to suppliers.
• Verifying payment terms.
• Providing administrative assistance during month-end closing and annual audits.
• Maintaining up-to-date vendor information.
• Redirecting vendor billing questions to the appropriate senior staff member and follow up as needed.

Qualification & Skills

• High School Diploma with a focus on Accounting or Mathematics.
• Certificate or Diploma in Bookkeeping/Accounting is highly preferred.
• 0–1 year of office experience.
• Internship experience in a finance environment is a plus.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data entry, basic sums).
• Familiarity with accounting software (Sage) is an advantage.

Suitable candidates will be contacted. If you do not get a response within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.