Job Description

Pargo is a smart logistics company that makes last mile distribution more accessible, affordable and convenient through our network of tech-enabled pick up points.The Accounting Clerk is responsible for providing support to the finance department, ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial transactions, and maintaining financial records. This role requires strong communication skills (written and verbal), strong organizational skills, and a commitment to high levels of integrity and confidentiality of Pargoxe2x80x99s financial operations.Your responsibilities include:Data Entry and Record-Keeping -Accurate and timely recording of bank transactions in accounting software.Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of invoices, payments, and expenses.Accounts Receivables administration, including:Onboarding new clients: Credit checks & account creation in XeroGenerate and remit invoices to clients.Follow up on outstanding accounts;Manage collections and customer queriesParcel Insurance Administration:Overall responsibility for insurance claims process - submission of claims to the third party insurer; following up on required documentation from client for approval of claim and batch payment of the claims.General administrative supportMaintenance of supplier banking information.Provide administrative support to the finance team as needed.RequirementsQualifications: accounting degree/diploma or equivalent0-2 years of experience in a similar roleProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc)Experience with accounting software Xero is advantageousComfortable working with and maintaining confidential informationProficiency in online banking systems advantageousBenefitsWhy you should join usBecause youxe2x80x99re excited about the digital economy and want to help build the leading logistics platform in Africa to enable e-commerce growth on the continent.Because youxe2x80x99re passionate about a start-up and entrepreneurial environment where you are expected to take action and your decisions make a real impact on the long-term strategy and day-to-day operations.Because you want to benefit from real rewards, by actively contributing to the performance of a great team, with hard work and exceptional output.Because you want to grow in the organisation.What Wexe2x80x99re OfferingA competitive remuneration package.A dynamic office culture with room for creativity and self-expression.Insights into the operations of a high-growth, innovative start-up company.Team activities such as Thursday drinks, sports activities (Cape Town Cycle Tour, Cape Town Marathon), cultural outings, and the Never-Ending Pargo Table Tennis Championship.Valuable learning opportunities from seasoned professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit.Youxe2x80x99ll be joining a young enthusiastic team of exceptional people, working to become the leading last-mile logistics platform in Africa and the Middle East. We strive to create exceptional output by listening to what our customers need and then taking action. Our ever-changing work environment requires dedication and smart work. We make sure we are having a great time while doing this and exceptional output will lead to real rewards. We celebrate our milestones in and out of the office by partaking in different activities led by our Chief Fun Officer. Activities include evening football games, the Pargo Master Chef lunch competition, music concerts, Thursday afternoon drinks, and entering the Cape Town Marathon.About PargoPargo is a smart logistics company based in Cape Town that makes last-mile distribution more accessible, affordable and convenient through our network of tech-enabled pickup points. Founded in 2015, Pargo now boasts one of the countryxe2x80x99s largest networks with more than 4,000 pickup points nationally. We empower consumers, companies, and couriers to send and receive parcels across Southern Africa xe3x83xbc and we are on a mission to create access for anybody in Africa. This mission guides us as we continue to strive to be a key enabler of e-commerce on the continent.

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