Accounts Clerk

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Job Ref

JHB000357/AM

Date posted

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY

Accounts Clerk (6-Month Contract)

Johannesburg, Gauteng

Job Purpose

The Accounts Clerk is responsible for providing comprehensive accounting and administrative support to the Financial Manager and finance department. The role ensures the accurate processing of financial transactions, maintenance of financial records, reconciliation of accounts, payroll administration, statutory submissions, and general financial administration. The successful candidate will contribute to the efficient operation of the finance function while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with company policies and procedures.

POSITION INFO

Key Responsibilities

Financial Administration

• Capture and process supplier invoices, customer invoices, credit notes, and journals.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with the preparation of financial reports, schedules, and cost analyses.
• Ensure all finance-related documentation is correctly filed and stored according to company policies and procedures.
• Perform accurate data capturing and verification of financial information.

Debtors and Creditors

• Process and reconcile debtors and creditors accounts.
• Follow up on outstanding debtor payments and resolve account queries.
• Prepare and process supplier payments.
• Perform complex account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate customer and supplier account records.

Reconciliations and Reporting

• Reconcile cashbooks, petty cash, fixed asset registers, and general ledger accounts.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial processes.
• Compile profit reports, cost breakdowns, and financial schedules.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and related financial reports.

Payroll and Statutory Compliance

• Process payroll accurately and within required deadlines.
• Process employee expense claims and reimbursements.
• Prepare and submit EMP201 returns.
• Prepare and submit VAT201 returns.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial and statutory regulations.

Procurement and Financial Support

• Generate and process purchase orders.
• Complete credit applications and supporting documentation.
• Assist in obtaining financial guarantees and related documentation.
• Support the Financial Manager with ad hoc finance projects and tasks.

Administrative Support

• Take and distribute minutes for financial meetings.
• Maintain stock control administration schedules.
• Maintain human resources administration schedules and records as required.
• Provide general administrative and clerical support to the finance department.
• Provide administrative services to the company's associates and subsidiaries as directed by management.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric Certificate).
• Relevant Finance, Accounting, Bookkeeping, or Business Administration qualification advantageous.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in an Accounts Clerk, Finance Administrator, Bookkeeper, Debtors Clerk, or Creditors Clerk role.
• Experience working with Debtors and Creditors functions.
• Experience with payroll processing and statutory submissions.
• Own reliable transport.

Technical Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Working knowledge of Pastel Partner.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and procedures.
• Experience with reconciliations, financial reporting, and data capturing.

Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Professional and customer-focused approach.