Junior Bookkeeper

Recruiter:

Hire Power

Job Ref:

PE000350/JD

Date posted:

Thursday, October 22, 2026

Location:

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Salary:

R10 000K Monthly

SUMMARY:
Location: Sidwell, Port Elizabeth
Department: Finance / Administration
Level: Entry-level (1-2 years of experience)
Reporting Line: Financial Manager
Commencement date: By the latest 01 February 2027

Purpose
Keep customer accounts accurate and cash flowing. You will process debtors from invoice to payment, support the general ledger and help the finance team close each month on time, working up to trial balance.

Key responsibilities:

Distribute customer invoices and statements.
Process customer payments and allocate cash accurately on Pastel.
Monitor aging reports and follow up on overdue accounts by phone and email.
Investigate and resolve customer billing queries and account discrepancies.
Maintain customer master data and record credit applications.
Assist with day-to-day general ledger processing and transaction entries.
Perform monthly debtor and bank reconciliations.
Assist with creditor processing and supplier statement reconciliations.
Prepare and organise financial documentation up to trial balance.
Assist with month-end closing procedures and financial reporting packs.

Qualifications and Experience

Matric (Grade 12) with Accounting as a subject.
A certificate, diploma or degree in Bookkeeping, Accounting or Finance is advantageous.
1 to 2 years of practical experience in a debtors, accounts receivable or junior bookkeeping role.
Experience working up to trial balance.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Pastel Partner.
Good verbal and written communication skills in English and Afrikaans.

Behavioural Skills

Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
Problem-solving ability and resilience in high-volume, deadline-driven environments.
Good time-management and organisational skills.
Clear, professional communication with customers and colleagues.

Notes

Clean criminal and credit history.
A valid driver's license is advantage.
Bilingualism in English and Afrikaans is also advantageous.

Upload a comprehensive and updated CV by clicking on the APPLY button / job advert.
Closing date for submissions: 05 December 2026

POSITION INFO:
Junior Bookkeeper / Debtors Clerk

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