Cashbook Clerk

SUMMARY:
Are you a meticulous Cashbook Clerk who thrives in a high-volume banking environment and enjoys taking full ownership of the cashbook function?

POSITION INFO:
My client is seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Cashbook Clerk to take full ownership of the company’s banking function.

This role is critical to the accuracy and integrity of financial records and involves the end-to-end management of the banking cycle, including postings to the general ledger. 

The successful candidate will work closely with senior finance leadership and receive hands-on mentorship, with a clear growth path within the finance team.

This role is based in Kyalami, Johannesburg North.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full management of the banking cycle, including daily cashbook processing.
• Capture and allocate high volumes of daily bank transactions accurately.
• Post all banking transactions to the general ledger.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Manage all banking-related administrative tasks, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Process and review payments, ensuring correct approvals and allocations.
• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders regarding banking queries.
• Assist with month-end close related to cash and banking.
• Support the creditors function where required due to transaction volumes.
• Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation for audit purposes.
• Assist with ad hoc finance and accounting tasks as required.

• Proven experience in a Cashbook Clerk, Creditors Clerk, or similar finance role.
• Strong understanding of bank reconciliations and general ledger postings.
• Ability to handle high transaction volumes with attention to detail.
• High levels of perseverance, accountability, and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.
• Experience on BuildSmart would be advantageous but is not essential (training provided).