Accounts Clerk at Hire Resolve

Job Description

• An established and reputable financial institution is seeking a talented Accounts Clerk to join its division located in a major metropolitan hub in Durban. Dedicated to maintaining exceptional standards of financial control and service delivery, this organization specializes in providing crucial support across general ledger management, expense control, and payment processing. We cultivate a focused, service-oriented culture where diligent, detail-focused individuals excel in managing complex transactional schedules and ensuring meticulous adherence to banking policies. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a dedicated individual to apply their skills within a dynamic, professional environment where their contribution is key to the seamless execution of daily finance operations.

Responsibilities:

• Process all payments and receipts efficiently and accurately into the financial systems, ensuring correct documentation and authorization.
• Prepare and process daily foreign exchange journals, and manage all receipts and payments reflected on the bank statement, including charitable accounts.
• Handle the routine processing of monthly and daily journals, ensuring all prepaid expenses are correctly categorized and all suspense accounts are cleared promptly.
• Manage the month-end schedule to ensure timely finalization and follow-up on all outstanding items for general ledger posting.
• Maintain and update the fixed asset register, meticulously recording all acquisitions, disposals, and asset movements, and conducting cyclical counts for verification.
• Prepare and review asset-related financial reports, including valuations and depreciation schedules, and assist in preparing financial statements.
• Ensure strict compliance with all relevant accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal policies related to fixed assets.
• Provide administrative support to the Finance team, completing ad-hoc tasks and ensuring all work meets agreed-upon SLAs and turnaround times.

Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 1-2 years' minimum relevant experience in general accounting/financial reporting, preferably in a banking or established firm environment.
• Proficiency in all core finance tasks, including journal entries, schedules, and petty cash reconciliations.
• Working knowledge of a Core Banking System, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.