Senior Bookkeeper

Key Responsibilities :

Financial Accounting & Bookkeeping

• Maintain the general ledger and ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded.
• Process and reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and cashbooks.
• Prepare and process journals (including inter-company journals), accruals, and prepayments.
• Maintain bookkeeping records up to trial balance.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial procedures.

Debtors Management

• Manage accounts receivable processes.
• Prepare and issue customer invoices.
• Follow up on outstanding accounts.
• Resolve customer account queries and discrepancies.

Creditors Management

• Process supplier invoices and payments.
• Reconcile supplier statements.
• Maintain positive supplier relationships.
• Ensure payments are made according to agreed terms.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Monitor expenses and identify variances.
• Provide financial information to management when required.

Payroll & Compliance

• Assist with payroll processing and related reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with tax, VAT, and statutory requirements.
• Support external auditors with required documentation.
• Maintain accurate records for audit purposes.

Controls & Administration

• Maintain financial filing systems and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company financial policies and procedures.
• Implement and maintain effective internal controls.
• Assist with process improvements within the finance department.

Team Support

• Supervise and mentor junior accounting or bookkeeping staff where applicable.
• Assist other departments with finance-related queries.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Bookkeeping, or related field.
• 5-8 years' bookkeeping experience, with at least 2 years in a senior role.
• Experience processing books to trial balance.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (Pastel, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, or similar).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Competencies

• Financial acumen
• Analytical thinking
• Problem-solving abilities
• Time management
• Excellent communication skills
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy of financial records
• Timely completion of month-end procedures
• Debtor collection effectiveness
• Creditor payment accuracy
• Compliance with statutory deadlines
• Successful audit outcomes

Pay: R30 000,00 - R40 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person