Accounting Clerk ZA

Job role

We’re looking for a skilled accounting clerk who will work with our financial records and make sure they’re up to date. The records the clerk maintains might include expenditures, receipts, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and profit and loss. The accounting clerk will also be required to work with senior personnel on various projects and assist any and all departments as the need may arise.

• Work with bookkeeping software (e.g., Quickbooks) to manage day‑to‑day accounts receivable and accounts payable.
• Receive and record cash, checks, and vouchers; reconcile bank account statements.
• Handle payroll, make purchases, prepare invoices and track overdue accounts.
• Produce reports, including profit and loss statements, financial statements, and balance sheets.
• Keep management informed through presentations and reports.
• Remain vigilant against fraud and inaccuracy by checking figures and reports frequently.

• At least 2 years of experience as an accounting/bookkeeping clerk.
• High school diploma mandatory; accounting coursework preferred.
• Skilled in using MS Office and popular accounting software.
• Attention to detail.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Integrity and a high level of moral character.
• Knowledge of basic bookkeeping procedures, best practices, and terminology.