Job Description

Job Summary
A leading Structural Solutions / Post Tensioning company is looking for an experienced Accounts Clerk with strong experience in financial accounting, preferably supporting construction projects and maintaining accurate records, to join their team in Durban. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented Accounts Clerk to ensure sound and accurate financial records are kept by preparing various accounts for payment, conducting reconciliations (including bank statements and creditor accounts), and assisting with month-end journals and foreign exchange processing. If you have experience in an accounting support role, a solid understanding of accruals, and an ability to work under pressure with strict deadlines, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities:

• Prepare and process all creditor, subcontractor, and COD payments within designated timelines, ensuring all necessary approvals are sought before processing.
• Maintain accurate records by reconciling creditor statements, purchase orders against invoices and goods received notes (GRNs), and reconciling bank statements and cash books.
• Prepare journal entries for various transactions, prepare general ledger reconciliations, and assist with month-end schedules for reporting and audit purposes.
• Ensure a good understanding of accruals and cut-off dates, assist with VAT reconciliations and e-filing, and prepare supporting documentation for internal and external auditors.
• Actively manage and resolve internal and external disputes, discrepancies, and queries with suppliers and site personnel.
• Administer petty cash and employee expense claims, handle general banking administration (including daily monitoring for fraudulent activity), and coordinate travel bookings.
• Ensure timeous receipt of outstanding delivery notes and GRNs from site, process outstanding credits from suppliers, and ensure consistent and accurate filing of source documents.

Requirements:

• Degree/Diploma in Finance, Accounting.
• Relevant qualification or equivalent experience in Bookkeeping/ Financial Accounting/ Business Administration.

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role.
• Good working knowledge of Buildsmart is essential.
• Construction experience advantageous.
• Excellent Computer Literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Outlook).
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize for demanding workload.
• Ability to work under pressure and adherence to strict month-end deadlines.

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Adrienne Steyn at Hire Resolve on

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We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
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