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A vacancy has been confirmed for a Accounts Receivable Clerk based in Somerset West, Western Cape. The successful candidate will join an established team within the finance jobs function.
What This Role Involves
This Accounts Receivable Clerk role sits within the finance jobs function in Somerset West. It offers a defined scope, clear measures of success, and the support of an experienced team across Western Cape.
Communication runs both ways. Managers across the finance jobs team in Western Cape make time for one-to-ones, and people are expected to speak up early when something needs attention.
The role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Somerset West also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Your Team
Beyond that, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Somerset West office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Western Cape operations get busy.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
Notably, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Somerset West will be explained during the hiring process.
Working in Somerset West
Working in Somerset West means a place close to the Stellenbosch agricultural belt, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the Western Cape region, and the Somerset West office benefits from those long-standing connections.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Somerset West, Western Cape.
Many candidates already living within reach of Somerset West cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Western Cape economy.
Why This Role
Equally, the hiring organisation may provide onboarding or skills development for this finance jobs role in Somerset West; the available support will be confirmed in the final vacancy details for Western Cape.
Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.
Equally, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.
Core Functions
- Liaise with external auditors, banks and regulatory bodies
- Reconcile bank accounts, supplier statements and intercompany loans
- Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting schedules
- Support the year-end audit by preparing requested working papers
- Assist with budget preparation and quarterly re-forecasting cycles
- Review expense claims against company policy and approval limits
Essential Criteria
- Hands-on experience with Sage, Pastel, SAP or Xero
- Ability to meet tight reporting deadlines under pressure
- B.Com or National Diploma in Accounting, Finance or related field
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical thinking
- Solid working knowledge of IFRS for SMEs and SA tax basics
Beyond that, candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.