Processing Clerk

Right People Right Job; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services organization in Cape Town is seeking a detail-oriented Processing Clerk / Junior Bookkeeper to support accurate financial transaction processing. Responsibilities include managing accounts payable and receivable, performing reconciliations, and assisting with general finance support. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience in accounting software. This opportunity allows for career growth within the finance sector.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in finance processing or junior bookkeeping.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Capture and process supplier invoices and customer transactions.
• Assist with bank, creditor, and debtor reconciliations.
• Maintain organised documentation to support audits.

Skills

Accounts Payable & Receivable

Financial Data Entry

Communication

Education

Formal qualification in Bookkeeping or Accounting

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Our client specializes in the broad distribution of technology components with a strong focus on connectivity and is seeking a detail-oriented and organised Processing Clerk / Junior Bookkeeper. Are you looking to grow your finance career?

This is a fantastic opportunity to support a growing business by ensuring accurate financial transaction processing, reconciliations, and administrative support.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable & Receivable
• Capture and process supplier invoices and customer transactions.
• Timeous and correct allocation of payments and receipts.
• Monthly reconciliation of supplier and customer accounts.
• Debtors Follow-Up & Administration
• Monitor outstanding debtors and follow up on payments.
• Maintain communication logs and update AR status reports.
• Financial Data Entry
• Accurate financial data entry into accounting and admin systems.
• Flag and resolve discrepancies with internal and external stakeholders.
• Reconciliations & Record Keeping
• Assist with bank, creditor, and debtor reconciliations.
• Maintain organised documentation to support audits and internal controls.
• General Finance Support
• Assist the finance team with filing, scanning, ad hoc reporting, and month-end processes.

Qualifications & Experience

• A formal qualification in Bookkeeping, Accounting, or a related field (advantageous).
• 1+ year experience in finance processing, junior bookkeeping, or similar role.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software (e.g. Sage, Xero, QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel (Pivot tables, Macros).

Technical Skills

• Solid understanding of AR / AP and financial document flow.