Silverton General Ledger Clerk (Motor Industry exp essential)
Financial Division – Motor Industry Group
Location: Silverton, Pretoria
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent (Following a successful 3-month probation period)
Industry: Automotive / Motor Sector
Salary: R25,000.00 – R32,000.00 Basic Salary per month (Negotiable based on experience) + Benefits
About Our Client
Representing a diverse portfolio of the world’s leading passenger, commercial, and emerging electric vehicle brands, our client's dealerships offer an all-inclusive motoring solution—encompassing new and pre-owned vehicle sales, finance and insurance (F&I) services, specialized workshops, aftermarket performance tuning, and genuine parts procurement. Backed by a strong balance sheet, entrenched standard operating procedures, and industry-leading systems, this group is built on a culture of integrity, a "can-do" attitude, and a continuous commitment to the training and development of its workforce.
About the Role
On behalf of our client, we are seeking a meticulous, accurate, and experienced General Ledger Clerk to join their finance team.
If you have a strong background in accounting principles, a sharp eye for detail, and solid hands-on experience within the motor industry, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career. You will play a pivotal role in maintaining core financial records, performing account reconciliations, ensuring data accuracy, and supporting month-end close procedures.
What’s on Offer?
Basic Salary: R25,000.00 – R32,000.00 Basic Salary per month (Negotiable based on experience).
Medical Aid: 50% company contribution (capped at a maximum of R9,260.50).
Gap Cover: Compulsory at R199.00 per month for all employees joining the medical aid scheme.
Pension Fund: 8% company contribution (Only applicable to permanent employment following the successful completion of a 3-month probation period).
Leave Days: 15 days per annum (Subject to company policy: leave cannot be taken for more than 10 consecutive working days and may not be taken over month-end).
Working Hours & Environment
Standard Hours: Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 17:00.
Environment: Professional, office-based corporate finance environment.
Standard Working Procedures (SWP): A standard working procedures manual must be obtained from HR for your position; it must be read, signed, and returned to HR within your first week of employment.
Key Responsibilities
Transaction Posting: Accurately post daily financial transactions and routine journal entries into the accounting system.
Account Reconciliations: Perform complete monthly reconciliations for assigned general ledger accounts.
Error Investigation: Proactively investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve accounting errors or data mismatches.
Audit Support: Prepare and compile detailed supporting documentation for internal and external audits.
Period Closing: Assist the financial team with month-end and year-end closing tasks according to set timelines.
Requirements & Qualifications
Experience: Proven, stable experience as a General Ledger Clerk within the Motor Sector is strictly essential and non-negotiable.
Bookkeeping Knowledge: Strong, practical grasp of basic bookkeeping principles and accounting workflows.
Systems Knowledge & Skills: Advanced proficiency with spreadsheets (MS Excel) and financial/accounting software.
Attributes: High attention to detail, exceptional data accuracy, strong analytical capabilities, and the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
References: Must be able to supply contactable references from previous employers for verification.
Strict Legal Requirements
Please Note: Due to the financial and sensitive nature of this role, the following criteria are non-negotiable. Background screening will be conducted on all shortlisted candidates.
Must be a South African-born citizen with a valid South African ID.
Must have a clean criminal background (Candidates with a criminal record will not be considered).
Must have a clear ITC (financial/credit history) with no judgments or defaults.
Required Documentation for Application
Please ensure that you submit the following documentation with your application:
Detailed CV: Must include contactable references clearly reflecting your dealership financial experience.
ID Copy: Required as proof of South African-born citizenship.
Drivers’ License Copy: Required for the operation of company vehicles.
3 Months Recent Payslips: Your latest three consecutive months of salary advice.
Supporting Documents (Optional): Copies of all relevant qualifications, achievements/awards, and reference letters.
Apply Now
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Please Note: Only shortlisted candidates who meet all requirements will be contacted. If you do not hear back within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Eastern Personnel is fully POPIA compliant, and all personal information will be processed securely and solely for recruitment purposes.
