Position Overview
Our client, a group of companies based in Paarl, is looking for a detail-driven Accounting Clerk to support the Group Finance function across multiple business entities.
This role will suit someone who enjoys structure, accuracy and high-volume financial processing. The successful candidate must be comfortable working with supplier invoices, customer invoicing, reconciliations, cashbook processing, VAT compliance and month-end support.
The role requires someone reliable, organised and able to work in a fast-paced, multi-company environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Processing
- Capture and process supplier invoices, journals and credit notes.
- Process customer invoices and receipts.
- Allocate payments and receipts correctly across multiple entities.
- Assist with cashbook processing and balancing.
- Maintain accurate general ledger records and supporting schedules.
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Reconcile supplier statements.
- Resolve supplier and debtor account queries.
- Prepare payment requisitions.
- Support payment runs.
- Ensure proper filing and supporting documentation for all transactions.
Financial Administration
Maintain accurate financial records.
Assist with month-end and year-end processes.
Prepare balance sheet reconciliations.
Assist with audit preparation.
Provide supporting schedules when required.
Ensure compliance with VAT and finance procedures.
Group Finance Support
Assist with intercompany reconciliations and transactions.
Support management with ad hoc finance and admin tasks.
Help improve finance processes and controls.
Minimum Requirements- Grade 12 / Matric essential
- Diploma or Certificate in Accounting, Bookkeeping or Finance essential
- 2 to 5 years’ experience in an accounting, finance or bookkeeping role
- Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable and reconciliations
- Experience with month-end financial procedures preferred
- Experience in a multi-company or group environment will be advantageous
Systems Experience
Experience on one or more of the following is required:
Sage
Xero
Pastel
Microsoft Excel, intermediate to advanced level
Key Skills and Competencies
Strong understanding of accounting and bookkeeping principles
High attention to detail
Accurate financial processing
Strong organisational skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Good communication skills
Professional and confidential approach
Strong work ethic and integrity
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Problem-solving and analytical ability
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a disciplined and accurate finance professional who enjoys working in a structured accounting environment.
They must be proactive, reliable and able to support financial administration across several business entities with accuracy and professionalism.
Working Conditions
Full-time, office-based role in Paarl
Interaction with multiple departments and companies in the group
Additional hours may be required during month-end or audit periods
