Finance Clerk (Temp)

G+D makes the lives of billions of people around the world more secure. We create trust in the digital age with integrated security technologies in three business areas: Digital Security, Financial Platforms and Currency Technology. We have been a reliable partner for our customers for over 170 years with our innovative solutions for SecurityTech! We are an international technology group and traditional family business with over 14, 000 employees in 40 countries. Creating Confidence is our path to success. Trust is the basis of our co-operation within G+D.

The whole world trusts us when it comes to physical or digital currencies. We increase the security and efficiency of the cash cycle in collaboration with central banks and the entire currency industry. As the market leader in advanced currency management, would you like to join us in shaping the future of payments?

JOB SUMMARY STATEMENT: The candidate that will be occupying this position will be responsible with ensuring that invoices are processed, payments are scheduled effectively and assist the Accounts Payables Accountant with ad hoc duties as instructed.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS (DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES):

• Processing supplier invoices (local & foreign) and expense claims
• Follow ups regarding invoices and statements with suppliers;
• Communicate with other departments on outstanding documents for processing
• Obtaining creditor statements and performing creditor reconciliations;
• Ensure all documents are properly signed and distributed.
• Ensure that all documents are saved correctly
• Verify financial and other data (e.g. tax identification numbers)
• Monitor the age analysis and follow up on old transactions
• Assist with processing payments
• Process journal entries as required
• Month end transactions processing
• Saving bank statements daily
• Provide various support functions as required
• Compile expenditure report quarterly
• Any other ad hoc duties.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Matric Certificate
• Degree/National Diploma in Accounting

EXPERIENCE:

• 3-5 Years Working Experience in the Finance Department (Accounts Payables)
• SAP experience is essential, and Sage experience is highly beneficial. Experience in both will be ideal.
• Solid understanding of the basic accounting principles, especially within accounts payable cycle and related bookkeeping thereof as well as relevant VAT knowledge is non-negotiable.
• Intermediate skills in Excel (tools and formulas)

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Must be vibrant and passionate about gaining skills for the foundation of your career
• Strong communication and open personality
• Must be able to communicate fluently and write reports in English at an appropriate business level proficiency
• Act with integrity and professionalism;
• Following instructions & procedures;
• Adhering to principles and values;
• Cope with pressure;
• Good administrative skills;
• Be able to work in a team;
• Accuracy and attentiveness;
• Eager to learn new skills and challenges