Bank and Cash Clerk

At Adams & Adams, we pride ourselves on being an industry leader in Africa, driven by a commitment to client centricity and unparalleled service. We foster an environment of trust, collaboration and personal growth for our people and our community.

Our success is built on attracting and nurturing exceptional talent while fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation. We are deeply committed to the development and well-being of our people, striving to create an engaging work environment where everyone can reach their full potential. By empowering our team to bring fresh ideas and innovative solutions to the workplace, we ensure that our clients receive the best possible service.

Job Purpose
The Bank and Cash Clerk will ensure accurate and timely processing of daily and monthly accounting tasks, including EFTs, FECs, petty cash, and foreign payments, while maintaining compliance and supporting finance operations.

Key Skills, Knowledge and Competencies:

• CMS (added advantage)
• Basic accounting skills
• Above-average knowledge of banking (local & foreign)
• Basic cashflow knowledge
• Accurate and meticulous
• Hardworking, dedicated, and reliable
• Good communication skills with strong command of English
• Ability to use initiative and work independently
• Ability to deal with people at all levels
• Ability to handle multiple matters and prioritize appropriately
• Ability to manage high volumes

Key Responsibilities:
Monthly Accounting

• Capture FECs on Nedbank Global and CMS; ensure timely authorization

Daily Accounting

• Capture EFTs on all banks for authorization
• Ensure accounts are updated per policies and procedures
• Calculate spot rate for foreign exchange contracts before capturing payments on CMS
• Issue receipting instructions
• Reference statement and request numbers on foreign payment documentation and circulate to relevant departments
• Capture beneficiaries on various banking profiles
• Capture foreign payments from accounts receivable and payables divisions
• Assist controllers as needed
• Save all foreign/global POPs
• Stand in for Trust and Investments when required
• Monitor foreign cashflow by adjusting daily payments
• Investigate foreign payments released but not appearing on bank statements
• Communicate directly with Global
• Scan and save business account requests and proof of payments to N-drive
• Identify and process bank charges on all business bank accounts daily

Petty Cash

• Capture expenses on CMS debiting appropriate matter/operational account
• Capture cheque requests for reimbursing petty cash on CMS

Education

• Certificate/Diploma in Finance, Accounting, or Bookkeeping

Job Specific Competencies

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure with high volumes
• Good organizational and prioritization skills
• Initiative and independence in problem-solving
• Strong interpersonal skills for dealing with multiple stakeholders

Work with a reputable legal practice at Adams & Adams where we are committed to being responsible business, both in our internal management and in the delivery of client services. We aim to make a positive impact on our clients, colleagues, profession, and the local community.