Finance Clerk - contract

SUMMARY:
Bring your precision, problem-solving skills, and passion for finance to a role where every detail counts.

POSITION INFO:
My client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Finance Clerk to join their dynamic head office finance team. This role will suit an individual with strong reconciliation skills, a passion for accuracy, and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

This role is a 6 month contract based in Bryanston, Johannesburg North.

Key Responsibilities:

• Update and balance cashbooks on a daily basis
• Perform daily GL reconciliations to the trial balance
• Process and remove contra entries where necessary
• Prepare and post journals as required
• Run and analyse daily reports when needed
• Follow up on outstanding items with branches and escalate on time
• Assist colleagues and provide ad hoc support to managers and supervisors
• Prepare month-end reconciliations for allocated accounts
• Verify all reconciling items and resolve discrepancies promptly
• Handle general administrative duties and assist with branch queries
• Provide support for audits by preparing required documentation

• Matric with accounting or bookkeeping experience (finance qualification advantageous)
• Studying towards a finance degree is advantageous
• Solid understanding of general ledger reconciliations
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems