Bookkeeper

Bookkeeper – Food Manufacturing & Distribution

Location: Westlake, Southern Suburbs, Cape Town

Office based.
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Bookkeeper to join our food manufacturing business, supplying leading food retailers, wholesalers and distributors.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing day-to-day accounting transactions and supporting the wider commercial and management team with reliable financial information.

This is an important role in a growing manufacturing environment, requiring someone who is organised, detail-oriented and comfortable working in a fast-paced business.

The ideal candidate will have experience of analysing and processing statements for the big food retailers, especially The Shoprite Group, Woolworths, PnP, Massmart and others.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting transactions.
• Process and reconcile supplier invoices, customer invoices, payments and receipts.
• Perform regular bank, supplier and customer reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate accounts payable and accounts receivable records.
• Monitor customer accounts and assist with credit control and collections.
• Prepare VAT and other statutory information for submission.
• Assist with monthly management accounts and financial reporting.
• Maintain accurate records of company expenses and payments.
• Assist with stock and inventory accounting and reconciliation where required.
• Prepare information and schedules for external accountants and auditors.
• Ensure financial records are complete, accurate and up to date.
• Assist management with ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting.

What We Are Looking For

• Proven experience as a Bookkeeper, preferably within manufacturing, FMCG or a related environment.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and accounting processes.
• Experience and understanding of customer rebates and other invoice deductions.
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations..
• Good skills and experience with Excel, Xero and inventory management software.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Well organised, dependable and able to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while supporting a small management team.
• Good communication skills and a practical, hands-on approach.

Advantageous

Experience in a food manufacturing, FMCG, retail or distribution environment, particularly where the business manages significant stock volumes and supplies major retailers.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for a capable Bookkeeper to join an established and growing food manufacturing business and play an important role in maintaining strong financial and commercial controls.

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

• Diploma (Preferred)

Work Location: In person