Lets Write Africa’s Story Together!

Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

Job Description

This role is responsible for day-to-day transaction processing. The incumbent is individually accountable for achieving results through own efforts.

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Responsible for generating and processing transactions.

Handles general accounts queries.

Checks the amounts to be paid and received by a business unit.

Arranges payment of bills and accounts.

Keeps records of financial transactions.

Keeps customer account details up to date.

Checks account order forms and receipts are filled in correctly.

Compares costs with budgets.

Calculates the running costs of a company or organisation.

Daily checking of the General Ledger

Key Result Areas and Accountabilities

Payment Processing:

Arranges payment of bills and accounts.

Checks the amounts to be paid and received by a business unit.

Compares costs with budgets.

Account Processing:

Handles general accounts queries.

Responsible for transaction processing.

Checks account order forms and receipts are filled in correctly.

Sets up new accounts.

Personal Effectiveness:

Accountable for service delivery through own efforts.

Individually accountable for managing own time, tasks and output quality over periods of 1 day to a maximum of three months.

Makes increased contributions by broadening individual skills.

Collaborates effectively with others to achieve personal results.

Accepts and lives the company values.

Record Keeping:

Keeps records of financial transactions.

Keeps customer account details up to date.

General Ledger :

Checks the General Ledger daily for unusual transactions

Ensures that anomalies in the GL are rectified promptly

Competencies

Client Focus

Decision Making

Information Monitoring

Initiating Action

Ownership

Technical Knowledge

Qualification & Experience Required

A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in (Accounting, Finance or similar related Degree) from an accredited University.

Previous work experience in a similar role is desirable.

Skills