Cashbook & Accounts Payable Clerk

SUMMARY:
CASHBOOK & ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK
Location:  Bryanston
 
DRIVE ACCURACY ACROSS CASHBOOK, CREDITORS & ERP.

NON-NEGOTIABLE REQUIREMENTS: 

• Matric with Accounting.
• Relevant Accounting qualification.
• 3–5 years’ Cashbook & AP experience.
• Accounting/ERP system experience.
• Intermediate Excel skills.
• Able to work under pressure.

ROLE OVERVIEW: 
The Cashbook & Accounts Payable Clerk will manage daily cashbook processing, supplier payments, reconciliations and accounts payable administration.
The role will ensure accurate financial processing, effective financial controls and timely resolution of supplier and banking queries.
 
Please note that only candidates who meet all the requirements will be contacted for the opportunity.
We look forward to receiving your application!

POSITION INFO:
Minimum requirements: Matric with Accounting. Accounting Certificate, Diploma or relevant Finance qualification advantageous. 3-5 years' experience in Cashbook and Accounts Payable. Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills. Strong understanding of GL coding, cost centre allocations and financial controls. Proficiency in SAP, Sage, Oracle, Pastel or similar accounting \/ ERP systems. Proven ability to work with online banking platforms and supplier payments. Strong reconciliation, analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and contribute effectively within a team. High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Personality Traits: Accurate and detail-oriented. Organised and methodical. Analytical and solution-focused. Reliable and deadline-driven. Proactive and accountable. Duties and responsibilities: Monitor and manage the Accounts Payable shared mailbox and action supplier invoices, expense submissions and queries. Receive, verify and process monthly supplier invoices. Prepare supplier and expense transaction upload files and allocate transactions to the correct GL accounts and cost centres. Reconcile supplier statements to the Accounts Payable subledger and resolve discrepancies. Assist with month-end journals, including accruals, prepayments and adjustments, and upload transactions into SAP. Process daily cashbook transactions, including receipts, payments and expenses. Complete daily bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies. Prepare payment run batches and reconciliations for review and approval. Process approved supplier and other payments through online banking platforms. Create, maintain and update supplier beneficiaries on banking systems. Assist with month-end close activities, audits and financial reporting requirements. Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures. Provide general finance administration support and assist with ad hoc finance projects and operational requirements.