Junior Accountant/Bookkeeper (6-Months Maternity Fill)

Are you detail-oriented with a strong background in cash management and financial processes?
We are looking for a skilled Bank and Cash Administrator to manage daily banking tasks, maintain accuracy, and ensure adherence to financial governance standards.
Key Responsibilities: - Manage and prepare daily cash flow, ensuring submissions meet deadlines.
- Execute daily cashier tasks, including processing on-time payments and urgent requests.
- Download and post bank statements into SAP daily.
- Monitor and report daily cash balances, explaining any discrepancies.
- Process transactions into the General Ledger.
- Prepare and review weekly and monthly bank reconciliations.
- Follow up on reconciliation items and unallocated deposits.
- Review and verify bank charges, addressing discrepancies.
- Ensure compliance with governance standards such as SOX and internal controls.
- Prepare General Ledger reconciliations and year-end disclosures.
- Maintain accurate filing of documents and backups in line with procedures.
- Log IFM calls for bank rejections within set timeframes.
- Manage petty cash, ensuring accurate processing of claims and documents.
- Prepare journals and attach relevant supporting documentation.
Requirements: - Diploma in accounting or Matric with accounting.
- Minimum of 3 years' relevant experience in a similar role.
- Proficiency in SAP is an advantage.
- Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
Key Competencies: - Collaboration: ability to work with others to produce results.
- Customer Focus: Understand and anticipate customer needs, providing responsive service.
- Problem Solving: Apply critical thinking to define and resolve problems efficiently.
- Self-Mastery: Take responsibility for personal growth, seek feedback, and self-correct