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ACCOUNTS CLERK Jobs in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: ACCOUNTS CLERK
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Recruiter:
Brentwood Recruitment
Job Ref:
JHB000064/DL
Date posted:
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Location:
Durban, South Africa
SUMMARY:
We are seeking an experienced Accounts Clerk to join our Clients team in Durban, Mobeni. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining financial records, preparing invoices, and processing transactions accurately and timely. Duties will include reconciling accounts, assisting with audits, and generating financial reports. The ideal candidate should have a keen eye for detail, strong numerical skills, and proficiency in accounting software
POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements:
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- Diploma or Certificate in Accounting/Finance (advantageous)
- 2–4 years’ experience in an accounts role, preferably within logistics or transport
- Experience working on Sage Pastel, including journal processing
- Strong MS Excel skills (including basic data analysis and reporting)
- Solid understanding of accounts payable and receivable processes
Key Performance Areas:
- Accounts Payable: Process and verify supplier invoices; match against purchase orders and delivery notes; ensure timely payments.
- Accounts Receivable & Billing: Generate accurate customer invoices; monitor outstanding payments and follow up on debtors.
- Reconciliations: Perform supplier, customer, and bank reconciliations; resolve discrepancies efficiently.
- Cost Control & Analysis: Track and allocate logistics costs (fuel, tolls, maintenance, subcontractors); analyze cost trends and highlight variances.
- Data Analysis: Interpret financial and operational data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for cost-saving and efficiency improvements.
- Pastel Processing: Capture transactions and process journal entries in Pastel, ensuring accuracy and proper account allocation.
- Data Capturing & Record Keeping: Maintain accurate financial records and ensure proper filing for audit purposes.
- Reporting: Assist with financial reporting, including expense analysis, variance reporting, and debtor aging.
- Compliance: Ensure adherence to company policies and financial controls; support audit processes.
- Operational Liaison: Work closely with transport and warehouse teams to verify documentation and resolve queries.
- Systems Use: Capture and maintain data in accounting/logistics systems (e.g., Sage Pastel, SAP).
