At DotActiv, we pride ourselves on providing the South African retail market with high-quality category management software and advisory services aimed at making in-store shopping an all-round better experience. The purpose of our existence is: “To accelerate the world's transition to retail sustainability through category management that simultaneously delivers remarkable performance, exceptional shopping experiences and meaningful strides towards sustainability.”

Our customers rely on us to provide them with the software and services they need to create exceptional in-store experiences. What we provide allows retailers and suppliers in more than 90 countries to craft data-driven assortments and product layouts that drastically increase store performance.

There are times when our staff and customers need knowledgeable support from an empathetic finance clerk person - that's where you come in.

Who Is DotActiv?

At DotActiv, we pride ourselves on providing the global retail market with high-quality category management software and advisory services that improve the in-store shopping experience for everyone.

Our deeply integrated all-in-one category management software reduces the complexity of the interdependent nature of data-driven clustering, assortment, floor and shelf planning. Meanwhile, our talented people and highly refined processes enable us to deliver stress-free speed to impact with unrivalled convenience and efficiency.

With DotActiv, you get integrated all-in-one software that empowers you with unrivalled support, regular updates and proactive monthly guidance from our customer success team.

Here's what you can expect from DotActiv when joining the team as a Finance Clerk:

• You'll receive a starting monthly Cost to Company salary of between R10k and R12k, depending on your qualifications and experience.
• You'll be working remotely and assisting internal and external customers remotely online.
• Your success is important to us so you can expect that we will invest significantly in your development (both internal and external training).
• We offer you a transparent job grading system; and
• We offer you a developmental path specific to your circumstances, allowing you to track your progress.

As a Finance Clerk working at DotActiv, your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting in maintaining financial records;
• Preparing all invoices for payment;
• Investigating and resolving all inquiries with billing and invoicing;
• Debtors book management and following up on collections of monies owed;
• Maintaining customer's financial information;
• Assisting in posting journal entries into the accounting software;
• Assisting in preparing various financial reports for management to forecast personnel and service costs;
• Assisting in tracking employee vacation and sick time and processing employee time into

the payroll system;

• Assisting in managing the payroll system and processing paychecks according to the established pay cycle;
• Assisting in preparing and maintaining the budgets for projects; and
• Performing other financial activities as required.

Requirements

• Any relevant Finance/ Accounting degree or diploma; and
• A good understanding of English (You must be able to speak, read and write at a business proficiency level).

Knowledge and Computer Skills

• Computer literate with special attention to:
• Intermediate MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); and
• Google G-Suite/Google Docs for business.
• Computerized accounting programs, Xero system experience is a bonus
• Payroll systems, SimplePay system experience is a bonus
• Competent use of job-specific in-house systems currently used by DotActiv
• An understanding of relevant financial legislation policies and procedures
• Knowledge of policies and practices associated with payroll and benefits administration

Soft Skills

• You must have excellent oral communication skills;
• You must have excellent interpersonal skills;
• You must have excellent analytical and problem solving skills;
• You must have a high capacity to represent the DotActiv brand;
• You must have a high degree of internal client engagement;
• You must have the ability to multitask;
• You must be able to remain attentive in an often busy environment;
• You must be naturally calm and focused;
• You must be a team player;
• You must be versatile enough if participation in other types of activities is required.

Character Traits

• Be honest and trustworthy
• Be empathetic
• Demonstrate sound work ethic
• Enjoy administrative tasks