Our client, in the lighting and energy solution industry, is seeking to employ a Junior Bookkeeper / Debtors Clerk to join their team based at the old GM Plant, Kempston Road, Sidwell, Port Elizabeth.

Requirements:

• Matric (Grade 12) with Accounting as a subject.

• Certificate, diploma, or degree in Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Finance.

• 1 to 2 years of practical experience in a debtors, accounts receivable, or junior bookkeeping role.

• Experience working up to trial balance.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Pastel Partner.

• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.

• Good verbal and written communication skills in English and Afrikaans.

• Valid driver's license and own vehicle.

Responsibilities but not limited to:

Debtors and Accounts Receivable

• Distribute customer invoices and statements.

• Process customer payments, and cash allocations accurately on Pastel.

• Monitor aging reports and follow up on overdue or outstanding customer accounts.

• Conduct debt collection via phone and email.

• Investigate and resolve customer billing queries and account discrepancies.

• Maintain customer master data and record credit applications.

Bookkeeping and Reconciliations

• Assist with day-to-day general ledger processing and transaction entries.

• Perform monthly debtor and bank reconciliations.

• Assist with creditor (accounts payable) processing and supplier statement reconciliations.

• Prepare and organize financial documentation up to trial balance.

• Assist with month-end closing procedures and financial reporting packs.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive feedback within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.