Finance Clerk

Position Summary and Primary Objectives

The Finance Clerk is a key member of the Finance team. They will be responsible for providing accurate and efficient support in various finance and administrative tasks.

 

Roles and Responsibilities

Accounts Payable Processing

• Process accounts payable transactions accurately and efficiently; including capturing supplier invoices.
• Maintain and file supplier invoices.
• Reconcile invoices to supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies.
• Update cash requirements schedule for month-end supplier payments.
• Load monthly as well as ad hoc supplier payments.
• Load employee reimbursements.

Accounts Receivable Processing

• Process monthly bill run and send invoices and statement to customers.
• Process credit notes and send to customer along with updated statement.
• Collect payment on accounts.
• Ensure queries on accounts are resolved through discussion with necessary stakeholders.
• Follow up on overdue accounts and ensure customer suspension and handover process are followed.

Financial Records Assistance

• Ensure accurate data entry for all transactions.
• Maintain master file data and ensure accurate data entry for all new customers and suppliers.
• Process and reconcile bank accounts on a daily process.
• Assist with month-end closing procedures including processing journal entries.

Administrative Support

• Provide administrative support to the finance department, including answering phone calls and responding to emails.

 

Skill Requirements and Personal Attributes

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting.
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience as a Finance Clerk or similar role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial software.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicaye effectively.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information.