Junior Finance Clerk - Germiston, South Africa - Smith Garb & Associates

Description

As a Junior Finance Clerk, you will provide crucial support to the accounting department by assisting in the management of financial transactions related to accounts receivable and accounts payable.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Matric
• Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Basic understanding of accounting principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly in a dynamic environment

Key Responsibilities:

1. Debtors Support:

• Assist in the preparation and issuance of customer invoices
• Follow up on customer payments and address basic inquiries
• Support the reconciliation of customer accounts under supervision
• Collaborate with team members to ensure accurate recording of debtor transactions

2. Creditors Support:

• Aid in processing supplier invoices and verifying accuracy
• Assist in reconciling supplier statements with guidance
• Learn to maintain positive relationships with suppliers
• Support the preparation of payment batches

3. Financial Record Keeping:

• Input and classify financial transactions into the appropriate ledger
• Assist in maintaining organized financial records
• Learn to generate basic reports and statements
• Adhere to established accounting policies and procedures

4. Ad-Hoc Duties:

• Provide assistance on special projects or tasks as assigned
• Collaborate with team members for data collection and analysis
• Participate in process improvement initiatives as directed
• Address basic ad-hoc queries related to debtors and creditors

5. Communication and Collaboration:

• Work closely with team members to gather necessary information
• Maintain open communication with internal stakeholders
• Seek guidance from senior team members as needed

Personal Attributes:

• Enthusiastic and eager to learn
• Demonstrates a positive and collaborative attitude
• Ability to take direction and work effectively in a team
• Maintains a high level of integrity and confidentiality