Finance Clerk – Retail & Central

Contract: 3-Month Probation Contract (with the possibility of extension based on performance)

• Assist with general finance transaction processing.
• Capture financial entries under supervision where required.
• Validate financial data and supporting documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Resolve basic finance queries and elevate complex issues when necessary.

• Maintain finance records and filing systems (electronic and hard copy).
• Update SharePoint and SOP registers.
• Manage daily count and petty cash registers.
• Support audit requests and approved business requirements.
• Provide backup support during peak periods and staff absences.
• Maintain organised audit files and document control processes.
• Prepare and retrieve documentation for internal and external audits.
• Assist with expense analysis and supporting schedules.
• Create and maintain spreadsheets, templates, and finance records.

• Assist with maintaining fixed asset registers and supporting documentation.
• Assist with stocktakes, stock reconciliations, and inventory documentation.

• Maintain and organise contract and lease documentation.
• Ensure accurate filing and version control of records.
• Support SharePoint document management and audit readiness.

• Assist with month-end processes, reconciliations, and data validation.
• Provide administrative support to the Accountant and Bookkeeper.
• Support ad hoc finance projects and operational requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Ability to follow structured processes and procedures
• Basic understanding of finance and accounting principles
• Good Excel and computer literacy
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Eagerness to learn and contribute across multiple finance functions
• Matric (Grade 12), preferably with Accounting
• Diploma in Finance or Accounting (advantageous)
• 0-2 years' experience in a finance or administrative support role
• Exposure to a retail finance environment will be beneficial
• Basic to intermediate Excel skills
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience across multiple finance functions
• Supportive team environment with development opportunities
• Exposure to retail and commercial finance operations
• Build a strong foundation for a career in Finance and Accounting