Work-Force
The organisation is recruiting a Accounts Receivable Clerk for its Ladysmith operation. The role forms part of a wider finance jobs portfolio across KwaZulu-Natal.
What This Role Involves
Notably, the Accounts Receivable Clerk vacancy forms part of how the Ladysmith branch keeps performing. It pairs day-to-day delivery with longer-running priorities that keep the finance jobs side of the business moving forward.
Communication runs both ways. Managers across the finance jobs team in KwaZulu-Natal make time for one-to-ones, and people are expected to speak up early when something needs attention.
Notably, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Ladysmith also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Day in the Life
Most days begin by working through your inbox, prioritising urgent supplier or audit queries before settling into the books. You move between reconciliations, journal entries and review meetings, breaking out spreadsheets when something doesn’t tie up. Mid-morning calls with operations or sales help you understand the numbers behind the numbers, and the afternoon is usually given to deeper work: management reports, tax submissions or supporting a junior with a tricky reconciliation. By the time you log off, you have nudged the business closer to a clean month-end.
Beyond that, the Ladysmith office buzzes through peak hours and settles into focused, productive lulls in between, giving you time to plan and reset before the next stretch of work.
On top of that, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when KwaZulu-Natal operations throw up the unexpected.
Why This Role
You will join a team that values respectful collaboration, honest feedback and shared wins. The Ladysmith colleagues take pride in supporting one another and in doing the finance jobs side of the business properly, day in and day out.
Importantly, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.
Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.
Equal Opportunity
Practically speaking, the organisation is committed to fair, merit-based recruitment and equal opportunity. Applications are assessed against the published role requirements in line with applicable employment law.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Ladysmith.
On top of that, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for KwaZulu-Natal.
Core Functions
- Assist with budget preparation and quarterly re-forecasting cycles
- Maintain accurate general ledger entries and trial balance integrity
- Liaise with external auditors, banks and regulatory bodies
- Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting schedules
- Capture supplier invoices, journals and bank transactions accurately
- Maintain the fixed asset register and process monthly depreciation
Who We’re Looking For
- Ability to meet tight reporting deadlines under pressure
- B.Com or National Diploma in Accounting, Finance or related field
- Any checks required by law or the specific duties will be explained during the hiring process
- Experience supporting external audits is an advantage
- Working towards SAICA, SAIPA or CIMA designation is preferred
- Hands-on experience with Sage, Pastel, SAP or Xero
- Understanding of internal controls and segregation of duties
If most of these boxes are ticked, you are encouraged to put your name forward.