Junior Accounts Clerk

About the position

Purpose of the Role
To manage client accounts with a strong focus on reconciliations, invoicing, collections, and resolving queries.
Key Responsibilities
Debtors Management

• Handle collections and follow-ups.
• Resolve client queries promptly.
• Monitor client accounts and review age analysis daily.
• Perform account reconciliations.

Invoicing

• Complete daily bulk invoicing.
• Update databases and pricing accurately.
• Reconcile month-end adhoc invoices.
• Verify rates and keep up to date with industry updates.
• Process inter-company transport invoices.
• Manage internal documentation.

Bulk & IT Tasks

• Support finance and operations integration for bulk fuels.
• Manage bulk fuel debtors, ensuring accounting accuracy and online system integrity.
• Maintain full audit trails for bulk debtor processes.
• Oversee IT system management and ensure accuracy of bulk order systems and reporting.

Filing & Administration

• Manage integration between operations and finance.
• File client invoices weekly and adhoc invoices as required.
• Send debit notes to customers after invoicing.
• Assist with cashbook tasks and resolve on-road queries.

Requirements

• Matric with a clear criminal record.
• Tertiary qualification/accreditation in Accounting (advantageous).
• Strong computer literacy (SAGE and MS Office essential).
• Minimum 5 years' accounting experience, with at least 6 years practical exposure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving ability with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to manage technical and financial tasks efficiently.

Desired Skills:

• Filing
• invoicing
• debtors

Desired Work Experience:

• 2 to 5 years

Desired Qualification Level:

• Grade 12 / Matric

About The Employer:

A large company in Umhlanga