Employer: Confidential / Recruitment Partner
Reference Code: CR2883
Industry: Accounting, Financial Services & Recycling Operations
Location: Kew, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa (On-Site)
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
Salary: R15 000.00 – R25 000.00 Gross per month (Negotiable based on experience)
Start Date: Immediate / As soon as possible
Posted Date: 02 October 2026
Closing Date: 30 November 2026
About the Role & Company
A leading recycling firm based in Kew, Johannesburg is seeking a meticulous, highly honest, and accountable Cash Officer to take full ownership of its daily financial ecosystem. Operating in a high-volume recycling operational environment, this role demands strict accuracy, tight cash controls, and rapid processing of supplier payouts and daily banking reconciliations.
The successful candidate will manage high-volume cash transactions, handle daily EFT supplier payouts, reconcile complex bank statements, and maintain strict compliance with financial Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Key Responsibilities & Daily Deliverables
The Cash Officer will manage five primary financial control areas:
1. Cash Office & Treasury Management
- High-Volume Cash Handling: Count, balance, reconcile, and secure large daily physical cash receipts and floats.
- Cashbook Operations: Maintain and update daily cashbooks, ensuring complete transparency and alignment across all transaction logs.
2. Supplier Payouts & EFT Processing
- Supplier Payments: Process high-volume daily supplier payments, electronic funds transfers (EFTs), and vendor billings timeously.
- Online Banking Platforms: Utilize corporate online banking portals to set up payouts, manage cash flows, and authorize batch transfers.
3. Supplier & Bill Management
- Statement Reconciliations: Reconcile supplier statements against internal invoices, receiving slips, and receipts to identify and resolve billing discrepancies.
- Invoice Monitoring: Monitor outstanding vendor bills, manage payment schedules, and ensure vendor accounts remain current.
4. Bank Reconciliations & Reporting
- Daily Bank Recs: Perform daily bank reconciliations across multiple business accounts.
- Management Reporting: Prepare daily financial summaries, cash position reports, and flow analyses for executive management.
5. Compliance & Financial Data Entry
- Data Capture: Capture all transaction data accurately into the accounting system.
- SOP Compliance: Enforce company financial controls, audit standards, and risk mitigation policies across all cash office operations.
Candidate Profile & Minimum Entry Requirements
To qualify for consideration for Reference CR2883, applicants must meet the following mandatory criteria:
- Educational Qualifications:
- Completed Matric / Grade 12 (Essential).
- Tertiary qualification in Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Financial Management (Advantageous).
- Work Experience & History:
- Minimum of 2 years recent experience in a fiduciary role handling high-volume cash transactions and supplier payments (Mandatory).
- Stable employment record with contactable references (Mandatory).
- No lawful termination at any previous employer due to misconduct or non-performance (Mandatory).
- Technical & Banking Skills:
- Advanced numerical, mathematical, and reconciliation capabilities (Essential).
- High proficiency in corporate online banking platforms and financial software.
- Fully bilingual with professional English communication skills (Essential).
- Location & Vetting:
- Must reside within daily commuting distance from Kew, Johannesburg (Essential).
- Must have a clear credit record and clear criminal record (Essential).
- Personal Attributes:
- High level of integrity, meticulous attention to detail, and ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary Range: R 15 000.00 – R 25 000.00 gross per month (commensurate with skills and experience).
- Permanent Security: Stable, long-term employment within an established recycling and manufacturing ecosystem.
Career Advice for Applicants
- Follow Application Instructions Strictly: Send your CV directly in Word or PDF format (do not send cloud links).
- Subject Line Requirement: Set your email subject line exactly as:
Reference CR2883 - [Your Gross Salary Expectation](e.g., Reference CR2883 – R20 000). - Include Supporting Documents: Attach reference letters and a recent professional photograph to stand out.
Sample Cash Officer Interview Questions
High-Volume Cash Handling & Controls
- Question (Discrepancy Resolution): “How do you handle a scenario where physical end-of-day cash counts do not match your cashbook registers in a high-volume environment?”
- Question (Fraud Prevention): “What internal controls do you implement to prevent double payments or fraud when processing high-volume daily EFT payouts to suppliers?”
How to Apply
Email your detailed CV along with reference letters and photo directly to the recruitment manager:
- Employer: Recycling Firm (Ref: CR2883)
- Contact Email:
oneilc@telkomsa.net - Location: Kew, Johannesburg (On-Site)
- Start Date: Immediate / ASAP