954 Account Assistant jobs in South Africa

At Bed King, we believe that great sleep starts with the right mattress—powered by cutting-edge sleep technology and unbeatable value. Now, we’re looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to help keep our financial operations running smoothly.

If you have a keen eye for detail, a passion for numbers, and thrive in a dynamic retail environment, we’d love to hear from you!

ACCOUNTING CLERK to be based in Parow Industria, Cape Town

Bed King is more than just a mattress retailer—we’re pioneers in sleep technology, helping our customers get the best rest at the best value. As the only retailer in South Africa using this exclusive technology, we bring innovation into everything we do.

We’re an independently owned and run company with a flat structure, meaning your voice matters. Here, teamwork and innovation drive our culture, and every employee has the opportunity to contribute, grow, and make an impact.

Join us and be part of a team where your ideas are valued, and your work makes a real difference!

Accurate Financial Data & Reporting – Ensure seamless financial data integration, accurate reconciliations, and error-free financial records.

Efficient Cashbook & Reconciliations Management – Maintain well-managed tender type reconciliations, reducing discrepancies and improving efficiency.

Collaboration with Business Units – Communicate effectively with stores and regional managers to resolve discrepancies and improve processes.

Proactive Problem Solving & Accountability – Take ownership of tasks, ensure financial accuracy, and support the accountant in resolving financial or system-related issues.

Strong Debtors & Clearing Account Oversight – Proactively manage outstanding deposits, allocations, and the debtors' book to support financial health.

Support our Financial Manager by ensuring accurate transactions, reconciliations, and reporting. From monitoring sales data and managing cashbook uploads to resolving tender discrepancies and maintaining precise records, your work will be essential to our month-end processes and overall efficiency.

• Accuracy
• Performing Under Pressure
• Planning
• Cooperation
• Providing Feedback
• Integrity
• Analysing and Forming Opinions

Qualifications: A relevant Diploma in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.

Experience: Minimum 2 years in financial administration, reconciliations, and accounting processes.

Tech Skills: Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and experience with accounting software (Omni Accounting is a plus!).

Financial Knowledge: Strong understanding of cashbook and bank reconciliations, financial data integration, and business fundamentals.

Analytical Thinking: Excellent numerical skills and the ability to spot discrepancies, analyze data, and provide financial insights.

Ability to commute to Parow Industria and willingness to work 20 hours Monday to Friday (either half days from M-F or 2.5 days).

Daily:

• Monitoring sales data integration and ensuring alignment and accuracy of data.
• Manage all cashbook uploads and tender type reconciliations in Omni Accounting system.
• Communicating with business units (stores) on tender type discrepancies.
• Recording of cash and bank transactions – correct the source if not accurate.
• Assisting and supporting the accountant with any queries of a financial and/or system nature.
• Reconciliation of all tender type clearing accounts and cashbook allocations.
• Weekly updating of debtors’ accounts and clearing of discrepancies.
• Feedback to regional managers on stores administrative performance and outstanding issues.

Monthly:

• Full bank account reconciliation on store transactional account.
• Confirmation of monthly outstanding deposits per branch.
• Correction of over and under allocations.
• Ensure correct management of all clearing accounts and Debtors book.

A warm, sociable and amicable environment where our people engage with one another in a positive way throughout the workday.

Our culture is collaborative and our employees and teams work well together cross-functionally to accomplish their goals. We have an autonomous culture where employees are trusted to have ownership over their work and have the individual power to improve results.

Is to use sleep technology to help our customers find the best suited mattress for their sleep needs the first time around.

• Team
• Transparency
• Love Tech
• Unequivocal Excellence
• Creativity/Growth
• Self Management
• Passion for helping others and get great satisfaction from helping people.
• Enjoy being in charge and responsible for making things happen!

• Application Deadline: 3 October 2025
• Job Location: Durbanville, Western Cape
• Job Title: Accounting Clerk
• Education Level: Diploma
• Job Level: Intermediate
• Minimum Experience: 1 - 3 Years

Key Performance Areas:

• Preparation of financial statements on Draftworx
• Submission of tax returns for individuals, trusts, and companies
• Calculation of VAT/PAYE/IRP5 reconciliations/Compensation Commissioner and submission of returns
• Data capturing on Pastel/Accfin (secretarial program)

Requirements:

• Relevant qualification and experience required

Accounting and administrative clerk required with Quickbooks and Excel experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R8 000,00 per month

Application Question(s):

• How many years experience do you have with Quickbooks desktop and online

Experience:

• Quickbooks: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Closing Date

2025/09/29

Reference Number

WCG

Tracking Number

DOI 05/2025 R1

Job Title

Loss Control/Fraud Officer: Fraud and Loss Control, Ref No. DOI 05/2025 R1

Department

Department of Infrastructure

Salary level

8

Enquiries

Ms LD Atkins at

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

CBD - Cape Town

Job Purpose

The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to provide effective and efficient loss control services. The successful incumbent must be willing to work overtime when required.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years experience in Finance or Risk Management; A valid driving licence (Code B or higher). Note: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities but have reasonable access to transport may also apply.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Claims against the State (Public Liability Claims) and Claims by the State (RCD Claims recoverable); Thefts (Losses or damages through criminal acts or omissions); Assist in the management of all types of losses; Assist to investigate collisions and compiling BAS Payments and Journals for Damages & Losses and, Theft and Losses; Register of cases on the WCG Loss Control System and ensuring that the electronic register is updated regularly with the required information; Compiling referrals to the State Attorney via Legal Services; Drafting of write-off submission, Submissions to Higher Authority and Memorandums to Management.

The following will be advantageous: Loss Control and basic investigation experience; Be able to work in a high stress and high pressure environment.

Competencies

Advanced knowledge of the following: The WCG Loss Control System; Management of Losses and Claims, PFMA, NTR, PTI, Government Motor Transport Handbook Version 1 of 2019; Departmental Security policy; Prescription Act 68 of 1969 and the process to recover losses, AFS and IFS reporting. Skills needed: Investigation; Organising; Planning; Problem solving; Analytical; Communication (Written and verbal). Ability to: Assess evidence w.r.t losses and claims; Analyse reports from various professionals and experts Monitor and prevent prescription; Adhere to strict financial and legal deadlines/timeframes and work under pressure.

Remuneration

R R per annum (Salary level 8)

Note on remuneration in addition to service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to Contact the helpline at For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

ACCOUNTING CLERK

A vacancy exists in the Pietermaritzburg office of a national firm of Chartered Accountants and Registered Auditors for an Accounting Clerk to commence duties as soon as possible.

Main Responsibilities

· Cashbooks

· Payroll workings and submissions

· Preparing Financial statements

Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Preferably someone with an accounting degree or studying towards one
• 1-2 years Accounting experience
• Computer literate (intermediate level)
• Must have Caseware Experience
• Fluent in English, written and oral

Behavioural Competencies

• Must pay attention to detail
• Team player with the ability to work independently
• Willing to learn

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: From R8 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person

Accounting Clerk – RuBisCO, Somerset West - FULL TIME

Who we Are:

RuBisCO is a South African fruit export company supplying premium stone fruit to over 30 countries. Known for reliability, quality, and long-term partnerships, we are growing and strengthening our finance team.

The Role:

We are looking for an
Accounting Clerk
to maintain accuracy, structure, and process improvements in our finance function. This is a full-time, office-based position in Somerset West. You will play a key role in helping us move towards a paperless, digital-first workflow and drive modernisation within our finance processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reconcile bank accounts and maintain financial records
• Manage Accounts Payable & Receivable, supplier/customer liaison
• Prepare journals, ledgers, and account sales
• Support grower advances, vessel finalisations, intercompany transactions, and FOREX
• Assist with payroll and staff expense reconciliations
• Ensure IFRS compliance and contribute to audits
• Use Pastel, Excel, SharePoint, and AI-assisted tools to drive
  digital and paperless workflows

Must-Haves:

• Experience as an Accounting Clerk or Bookkeeper (3+ years)
• Advanced Excel skills (PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, SUMIFS etc)
• Strong accounting knowledge (IFRS)
• Highly organised, detail-driven, and process-oriented
• Proactive, reliable team player

Nice-to-Haves:

• Multi-currency experience
• Proficiency in Afrikaans & English
• Familiarity with Pastel is a bonus
• Comfort with SharePoint and collaborative digital workflows

What We Offer:

• Exposure to international finance operations and process improvement opportunities
• Join a supportive, experienced team with deep industry knowledge
• The opportunity to
  modernise and improve systems,
  leaving a lasting impact
• Office-based in Somerset West,

and play a part in shaping RuBisCO's 
next chapter of growth

If you're ready for a new challenge –
apply today

We are looking for a clerk to join our team in an accounting practice.

Duties but not limited:

• Capturing from banks statements
• Company Secretarial
• Preparation of payroll
• Preparation of EMP VAT and income tax returns
• Assisting clients with queries and general accounting issues
• General Knowledge

Skills and Abilities:

• Attention to detail
• Excellent Communication skills
• Good organizational skills
• Must be well organised and work well under pressure
• BCom Accounting / BCompt degree
• Previous experience in an audit / accounting firm will be advantageous
• Behavioural Competencies
• Must pay attention to detail
• Team player with the ability to work independently
• Willing to learn

Salary - Market related based on experience

Please forward CV's to

NB. The interview process will contain an aptitude test.

The initial contract period will be for 3 months, thereafter if both parties are happy we will then make the candidate permanent.

Job Type: Temporary

Contract length: 3 months

Pay: R5 000,00 - R7 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person