Senior Accounts Clerk: Cashbook and Treasury
Rhodes University - Makhanda, Eastern Cape
Closing date yi 16 ka July 2026
Regrettably, this position has been removed.
Purpose
- To provide effective & efficient accounting / administration and control measures in accordance with the University’s policies and procedures.
- The accounting / administration and control measures relates to the identification, correct allocation, processing and reconciling of Bank / Cash Book transactions, cell phone and Foreign Exchange administration.
- Further to ensure that a high standard of communication and service is maintained at all times.
Requirements
- Grade 12, preferably with accounting, plus approximately 4 years’ relevant experience where such experience includes:
- Previous experience in a pressurised accounting / administrative environment processing large volumes of daily financial transactions within strict deadlines
- Experience processing high volumes of bank and cashbook electronic transactions and payment platforms, including exposure to daily transaction volumes in excess of 500–1,000 transactions per month (ensuring the accurate processing, allocation, and reconciliation of large transaction volumes).
- Experience reconciling high volumes of bank and cashbook transactions across multiple bank accounts (Includes bank statement uploads, transaction allocations, suspense clearing, and monthly reconciliations).
- Strong computer literacy with intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
- Proficiency in financial systems/ERP systems would be an advantage
- Previous exposure to online banking & exposure to electronic banking controls, payment processing, and banking administration will be an advantage
- A relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce would be advantageous.
Responsibilities
- Azichazwanga
Additional Information
- It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.
- Please note, no hand-written applications will be considered.
- Failure to submit all documentation and respond to all the questions asked appropriately will result in an application being disqualified.
- All applications will be treated in strict confidence.
- This post is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three years.
- The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post.
- An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview.
- Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.
- If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
The following documents are required:
- A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following:
- Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
- Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
- A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.
Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change):
- Short-listing meeting scheduled for 30 July 2026.
- The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.
Remuneration
- Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R324 203
- Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R445 208
Enquiries
- Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application please contact [email protected].
Centre
- Finance Division
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