Cashbook Clerk

SUMMARY:
A well-established automotive client is seeking an accurate, organised and detail-oriented Cashbook Clerk to join its finance team in Selby, Johannesburg. The successful candidate will be responsible for the full cashbook function, including daily bank reconciliations, resolving reconciling items, cash management, foreign payments and other ad hoc payments.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities Capture bank statements accurately on a daily basis. Reconcile and balance sundry, trade creditors and debtors cashbooks. Perform timely monthly cashbook reconciliations for management accounts. Follow up on and clear outstanding reconciling items. Handle bank-related queries efficiently. File Absa bank statements and maintain accurate records. Close cashbooks and print relevant cashbook reports for filing. Assist with general accounts department duties as required by the Group Accountant. Process foreign payments and other ad hoc payments. Minimum Requirements Matric certificate. 2-5 years' previous experience in a Cashbook Clerk role. Fundamental understanding of bank reconciliations, with the ability to perform them independently. Microsoft Excel skills. Key Competencies Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Good written and reporting skills. Confident communication skills. Excellent organisational and time-management abilities. Ability to meet deadlines and manage daily financial transactions efficiently.