Automotive or Motor Debtors & Creditors Clerk

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POSITION INFO:

 Automotive or Motor Debtors & Creditors Clerk

Job Purpose

To manage and maintain accurate financial records, oversee debtors and creditors functions, administer payroll processes, and ensure full compliance with SARS and statutory requirements. The Financial Administrator will support month-end reporting and ensure the integrity of all financial data within the organisation.

Minimum Requirements

• Qualifications
  • National Senior Certificate (Matric)
  • Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (advantageous)
• Experience
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in debtors, creditors, and general accounting
  • Automotive industry experience is essential
• Technical Skills
  • Proficiency in Evolve accounting software or similar
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  • Experience with Sage VIP Payroll system
  • SARS eFiling (VAT and EMP201 submissions)
  • Strong numerical proficiency and financial data accuracy
• Additional Requirements
  • Valid driver’s licence
  • Must be able to work in a busy, high-volume hub environment
  • Experience working in an office environment with approximately 30+ staff members
  • Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and collaborative team setting
• Competencies
  • Strong organisational and administrative skills
  • High attention to detail
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
  • High level of integrity and confidentiality

Key Responsibilities

• Debtors & Creditors
  • Process customer and supplier invoices
  • Follow up on outstanding payments
  • Review and process supplier invoices
  • Prepare payments and ensure timely reconciliations
  • Reconcile debtor and creditor accounts
• Financial Administration
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records
  • Perform daily and monthly reconciliations
  • Assist with month-end processes
  • Prepare monthly and daily financial reports
  • Ensure accuracy and consistency of entries within Evolve

• Payroll Administration
  • Sage VIP payroll input
  • Commission calculations
  • Process payroll and related reconciliations
  • Manage payroll-related statutory submissions
• SARS & Compliance
  • VAT submissions via SARS eFiling
  • EMP201 submissions
  • Ensure compliance with statutory financial requirements
• General
  • Perform general accounting duties as required
  • Assist with audits and financial reviews when necessary

Remuneration & Benefits

• Market-related salary (based on qualifications and experience)
• Medical aid contribution
• Pension fund