Accounts Clerk

SUMMARY:
Accounts Clerk  
Brakpan 
R15 000 (Depending on experience and qualifications)
VERY URGENT

POSITION INFO:
Minimum requirements:

• Matric 
• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field, with relevant experience
• SAQA accredited qualification
• At least 4 - 5 years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting, preferably in a senior or supervisory role
• Proficient in SAP and Excel or Quick books
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, tax regulations and payment processes
• Provide managerial support for the daily, weekly and monthly accounting functions
• Review and verify invoices and check requests and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
• Partner with procurement and purchasing teams to ensure timely and accurate processing of purchase orders and goods receipts
• Sort, code and match invoices, and enter them into the managerial accounting system
• Prepare and perform payment runs and monitor payment accounts and balances
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions and vendor statements, and research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues
• Assist with month-end closing and reporting activities, including reconciliations, accruals and prepare accounts payable aging reports
• Generate reports and provide financial analysis related to accounts payable activities
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and internal controls and participate in audits and process improvement initiatives
• Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes affecting accounts payable processes
• Should be able to interpret financial statements
• Should be able to do payroll administration a must
• Prepare reports on petty cash requests and payments made by management
• Assist in preparation of tender documents as and when required by management
• Assist in any other ancillary duties as and when required by management