Senior Accounts Clerk: Cashbook (Grade 9)

Finance Division: Financial Accounting

The Finance Division invite suitably qualified candidates to join their team. 

Main Objectives
To provide an effective & efficient accounting & administration function ensuring proper control measures in terms of the identification, allocation, processing and reconciliation of Bank/Cash Book transactions in accordance with the University’s policies and procedures.  Further to ensure that a high standard of communication and service is maintained at all times.

The Requirements

Grade 12, preferably with accounting and minimum 4 years’ relevant experience

• Previous experience in a pressurised administrative/accounting environment
• Working to tight deadlines and multiple demands
• Previous experience in reconciling accounts (e.g. bank reconciliations & control account reconciliations)
• Previous experience in Online Banking would be an advantage

• A relevant accounting qualification would be an advantage.

• Sound computer literacy skills and having worked with computerised accounts (proficiency in Microsoft Excel compulsory)

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

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. 
  

Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application please contact 046 603 8753.

Selection Process:

• Short-listing meeting: TBC.
• 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 assessment and interview dates.

Remuneration per annum (Grade 9):

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum:                          R291 281

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately):             R399 030

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. 

Rhodes University has a vaccination mandate as part of its Conditions of Service.  The implementation of the vaccine mandate has been held in abeyance from 01 January 2023.  Should the COVID-19 situation change in a way that the number of cases of COVID-19 pose a threat to the University, the implementation of the Vaccine Mandate will be re-activated and all staff would be required to be fully vaccinated.

Closing Date: 08 July 2024

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies. 

Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission. These values are: 
Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion