Bookkeeper

Are you a skilled and experienced Bookkeeper looking for a role where your work genuinely matters? Dominion Distributors — a well-established KZN wholesale food distributor with over 55 years in business — is looking for a capable and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team.

About the Role

The Bookkeeper will be responsible for managing the full finance, accounts, and general administration function of the business. Working closely with our external accountant and reporting directly to the COO, the successful candidate will ensure accurate financial records, statutory compliance, and the smooth day-to-day running of the office.

Key Responsibilities

Bookkeeping & Finance

• Prepare accounts up to trial balance
• Process financial transactions accurately — both digitally and manually
• Process journals and month-end procedures
• Perform daily bank reconciliations
• Manage debtors — follow up on outstanding accounts and reconcile customer accounts
• Review month-end creditors age analysis and reconcile to creditors statements
• Capture supplier invoices and process payments
• Process payroll and maintain payroll records
• Prepare monthly management accounts and reports
• Assist with management reporting
• Organise and file financial documents
• Maintain accurate financial and company records
• Liaise professionally with external accountant, clients, suppliers, and service providers
• Ensure company policies and financial regulations are followed at all times
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information

SARS & Statutory Compliance

• Manage SARS eFiling
• Submit VAT returns accurately and on time
• Prepare and submit EMP201 and EMP501 returns
• Assist with provisional tax submissions
• Resolve SARS queries and correspondence
• Assist with tax filings, audits, and regulatory reporting
• Ensure all statutory submissions are completed accurately and on time

Office Administration

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to management and the wider team
• Assist with the smooth day-to-day running of the office
• Maintain organised filing systems and company records
• Prepare reports and financial documentation as required
• Provide support for other departments when needed

What We Are Looking For

Qualifications

• BCom Accounting Degree or equivalent Qualification

Experience

• Minimum 5 years+ bookkeeping experience
• Bookkeeping to Trial Balance — essential
• Proven experience preparing records for external accountants
• Experience with bank reconciliations, journals, and trial balance preparation
• Experience with manual reconciliations from physical source documents — advantageous
• Experience with SARS submissions — advantageous
• Experience in wholesale, distribution, or FMCG — advantageous

Technical Skills

• Proficient in QuickBooks — essential
• Proficient in Sage — essential
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills — essential
• Familiarity with South African tax requirements — essential

Personal Attributes

• Methodical and detail-oriented — financial accuracy is non-negotiable
• Highly organised — able to manage a large, complex project systematically
• Works well under pressure — the reconstruction project is urgent
• Trustworthy and discreet — full access to sensitive financial records
• Proactive communicator — keeps management and accountants informed at all times

Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered.

How to Apply

Send your CV and a short cover letter explaining your bookkeeping experience and why you are the right person for this role to:

Email: hr@dominionseafoods.co.za

Subject Line: Bookkeeper Application — Your Full Name

Closing Date: Open until filled — early applications are encouraged.

Dominion Distributors is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us within 14 days of application, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Pay: R13 000,00 - R15 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person