• Tertiary level diploma or equivalent with Bookkeeping/Accounting – Essential
• Degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field – Desirable
• Further certifications or courses related to cash management, financial analysis, or accounting practices

• Cash book clerk work experience in high volume environment
• Working knowledge of General ledger and Balance Sheet reconciliations
• Working knowledge of online banking

Responsibilities:

• To compile Cash Flow Forecasting and Analysis by:
  • Updating cash flow forecast schedules for future month’s creditors, debtors, procurement, and payroll forecasts as well as actuals from previous day bank statements daily
  • optimising Money Market Accounts to maintain liquidity and meet obligations
  • tracking cash flow forecasts against actuals to improve accuracy of assumptions applied
  • Providing critical insights for effective financial planning.

• To support Accurate Cash Reconciliation:
  • ensuring timely and precise reconciliation of Head Office cash books to bank statements on a daily basis

• To ensure accurate balance sheet by:
  • Processing all transactions within monthly timelines
  • Preparing related General Ledger bank reconciliations
  • Assisting in ensuring accurate allocation of trade receivables deposits by collaborating with the credit controllers’ team
  • Following up on unclaimed deposits, and
  • Ensuring reconciliation of all related clearing accounts on the General Ledger.

• To support business continuity through Bank Account Management by
  • Functioning as the primary liaison with banks for the initiation, maintenance, and closure of bank accounts
  • Addressing related queries promptly to ensure efficient banking operations
  • Timely escalation and resolution of issues to the Group Financial Manager

• To maintain the integrity of financial information pertaining to Accounts Payable Compliance and Review by:
  • Reviewing purchase orders within delegated approval limits for correct cost allocations in the general ledger
  • Verifying appropriate signatures in accordance with Premier’s policies before approval in the system.

• To foster internal Customer Satisfaction and process excellence:
  • Building sound working relationships with other departments in the Corporate Office
  • Providing support and guidance on day-to-day financial queries thereby enhancing the overall quality of financial inputs and accurate financial reporting