Cash Book Clerk
Job Purpose
To accurately maintain the cash book, process financial transactions, and support the finance department. The ideal candidate must have strong knowledge of accounting principles and hands-on experience with Sage Evolution.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and update the cash book on a daily basis
- Capture and reconcile bank transactions
- Perform bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
- Process payments, receipts, and journals accurately
- Allocate payments to correct accounts
- Assist with monthly financial reporting
- Ensure all supporting documents are correctly filed and recorded
- Handle supplier and customer queries
- Assist with debtors and creditors functions when required
- Maintain accurate records in line with company policies
Minimum Requirements
- Matric (Grade 12) – with Accounting
- Relevant qualification in Finance / Accounting (advantageous)
- Minimum 2–3 years experience in a similar role
- Essential: Experience working on Sage Evolution
- Strong understanding of basic accounting principles
- Experience with cash book and bank reconciliations
Advantageous
- Experience in a high-volume transaction environment
- Knowledge of VAT and basic tax principles
- Exposure to financial audits
