Finance Clerk

SUMMARY:
We are looking for someone with a solid foundation in bookkeeping or accounts administration who can assist with creditors, debtors, cashbook processing, bank reconciliations and general finance administration.

The ideal candidate should be accurate, organised and comfortable with technology. We would particularly value someone who is willing to use AI-assisted tools such as Microsoft Copilot or ChatGPT responsibly to improve productivity and administrative efficiency.

Previous experience in a manufacturing environment and exposure to accounting or ERP systems would be advantageous.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities Process supplier invoices and credit notes accurately and timeously Capture and maintain creditor accounts Prepare creditor reconciliations and assist with payment preparation Process customer receipts and assist with debtor reconciliations Follow up on outstanding customer accounts when required Process cashbook and banking transactions Perform bank reconciliations Assist with petty cash and company credit card reconciliations Maintain accurate supporting documentation for financial transactions Maintain well-organised electronic and physical finance records Assist with month-end processing and reconciliations Assist with general ledger reconciliations Prepare and maintain supporting documentation for audits and year-end procedures Liaise professionally with customers and suppliers regarding account queries Provide general administrative support to the finance function as required Minimum Requirements Matric / Grade 12 Accounting or bookkeeping subjects preferred A relevant bookkeeping, accounting or finance qualification would be advantageous Previous experience in a finance, bookkeeping or accounts administration role preferred Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel Experience using accounting or ERP software would be advantageous Good numerical ability with strong attention to detail Strong organisational and administrative skills Good written and verbal communication skills Comfortable using modern digital tools, including AI-assisted tools such as Microsoft Copilot or ChatGPT, to support productivity, research and administrative efficiency Willing to learn and adopt new technologies and AI tools as part of the finance function Personal Attributes Accurate and detail-oriented Reliable, responsible and trustworthy Organised and methodical Comfortable working with numbers and financial information Able to work independently and as part of a team Able to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines Professional when dealing with customers, suppliers and colleagues Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Eager to learn and develop their finance skills Open to using technology and AI to improve efficiency and streamline routine tasks