Silverton General Ledger Clerk (Motor Dealership exp essential)
Silverton General Ledger Clerk (Motor Dealership exp essential)
Please note: Only applicants who worked as a General Ledger Clerk at a motor dealership will be contacted and shortlisted. All other industries will be unsuccessful. Do not apply if you have not worked at a Dealership and can provide contactable references.
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.
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