Johannesburg: Junior Accountant/Bookkeeper (6-months Maternity Fill) posted by Isilumko Staffing

Are you detail-oriented with a strong background in cash management and financial processes? We are looking for a skilled Bank and Cash Administrator to manage daily banking tasks, maintain accuracy, and ensure adherence to financial governance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

– Manage and prepare daily cash flow, ensuring submissions meet deadlines.
– Execute daily cashier tasks, including processing on-time payments and urgent requests.
– Download and post bank statements into SAP daily.
– Monitor and report daily cash balances, explaining any discrepancies.
– Process transactions into the General Ledger.
– Prepare and review weekly and monthly bank reconciliations.
– Follow up on reconciliation items and unallocated deposits.
– Review and verify bank charges, addressing discrepancies.
– Ensure compliance with governance standards such as SOX and internal controls.
– Prepare General Ledger reconciliations and year-end disclosures.
– Maintain accurate filing of documents and backups in line with procedures.
– Log IFM calls for bank rejections within set timeframes.
– Manage petty cash, ensuring accurate processing of claims and documents.
– Prepare journals and attach relevant supporting documentation.

Requirements:

– Diploma in accounting or Matric with accounting.
– Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in a similar role.
– Proficiency in SAP is an advantage.
– Strong attention to detail and time management skills.

Key Competencies:

– Collaboration: ability to work with others to produce results.
– Customer Focus: Understand and anticipate customer needs, providing responsive service.
– Problem Solving: Apply critical thinking to define and resolve problems efficiently.
– Self-Mastery: Take responsibility for personal growth, seek feedback, and self-correct