Financial Clerk - Insurance

SUMMARY:
My client is looking for a Financial Clerk who will be responsible for the full accounting function of various group companies that operate within the insurance industry. The successful candidate will be involved in the posting of cashbook transactions as well as the preparation of reconciliations.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements:

* Studying towards a relevant financial degree or diploma (preferable)
* 5 years experience
* Comprehensive knowledge of and experience in all aspects of financial reporting
* Proven, effective people leadership skills and experience
* Strong analytical skills, with high attention to detail and the ability to work accurately and deliver quality outputs
* Attention to detail
* Strong service delivery ethic with proven action orientation and timely adherence to deadlines
* Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite and Pastel
* Proficiency in Caseware will be an advantage
* Willingness to travel when needed
* Fully bilingual (Afrikaans and English) - speak, read and write
* Strong admin abilities
* Good time management skills
* Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills
* Valid drivers lisence

Responsibilities will include:

* Posting of bank statements on Pastel for various companies
* Posting of all creditor and debtor invoices
* Monthly reconciliation of debtors and creditors
* Compilation of VAT working papers and submission of VAT201 returns
* Reconciliation of general ledger and sub ledgers monthly
* Analysis of monthly financial reports and reporting on variances
* Attending to SARS admin, including the submission of supporting documentation
* Liaising with clients regarding outstanding information and general enquiries
* Daily preparation and loading of bank payments
* Keeping of financial records up to Trial Balance
* Preparation and sending out of commission statements
* Compilation of yearly audit file

 

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