Finance Clerk

About the role

The Finance Clerk will support the Financial Controller with day‑to‑day accounting tasks, ensuring accurate processing of transactions, maintenance of financial records, and compliance with statutory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and receivable transactions.
• Capture invoices, receipts, and payments accurately into the accounting system.
• Prepare and issue customer invoices.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations (bank, creditor, debtor).
• Maintain organised and up‑to‑date financial records and filing systems.
• Ensure all supporting documentation is complete and properly authorised.
• Assist with audit preparation by providing requested documentation.
• Assist with cash flow monitoring, prepare bank deposits and payment schedules.
• Capture and reconcile bank statements.
• Assist with payroll data preparation and verification.
• Support statutory submissions such as VAT, PAYE, and Social Security.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial procedures.
• Assist the Financial Controller with month‑end processes.
• Handle finance‑related queries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Perform other finance‑related duties as assigned.

Required profile

• Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate (Accounting preferred).
• Certificate or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or Bookkeeping – advantageous.
• 1–3 years’ experience in a finance or accounting role.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles.
• Tertiary education, high school qualifications, and academic transcripts are highly recommended.
• Grade 12 results must accompany application; tertiary academic records should accompany application.

Required skills

• Strong numerical and data entry skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organisational and time‑management skills.
• Basic proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.