Our client is searching for a Bookkeeper to join their team in Samrand.
The Bookkeeper will provide comprehensive financial and administrative support to the Financial Manager, ensuring accurate and timely financial records across the company's entities. This role plays a key part in maintaining strong internal controls, supporting month-end reporting cycles, and assisting with operational finance functions in a fast-paced manufacturing and distribution environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Processing & Daily Accounting
Capture and reconcile all supplier invoices, credit notes and debit notes across entities
Maintain accurate general ledger postings across all companiesPerform daily bank reconciliations for multiple bank accountsMaintain creditors’ recons and ensure payments run accurately and timeouslyProcess customer receipts and maintain debtor reconciliations where neededManage petty cash and staff re-imbursementsMonitor cashbook movements and flag irregularitiesMonth-End & Reporting SupportSupport month-end close procedures, including journal entries & balance sheet recons
Prepare supporting schedules for management accounts and audit filesMaintain fixed asset registers and depreciation schedulesCredit Control & Internal Controls AssistanceAssist the Financial Manager with credit applications and vetting documentation
Monitor customer accounts to ensure adherence to payment terms and credit limitsPrepare age analysis reports and follow up on outstanding accounts when requiredSupport implementation and compliance of internal finance policies and SOPsOperational & Admin SupportEnsure documentation accuracy for inter-company transfers and cross-billing
Filing, document management, and record keeping (digital & physical)Assist with compliance requirements (VAT, UIF, EMP201 supporting schedules etc.)Assist with communication between finance, operations, and external stakeholdersSkills & Competencies
High level of accuracy and strong attention to detailStrong understanding of bookkeeping fundamentals and control processesAbility to work in a fast-paced, multi-company environmentStrong ethics, confidentiality, and accountabilityMinimum Requirements
Bookkeeping qualification or relevant diploma / Higher Certificate (advantage)Minimum 3–5 years solid bookkeeping experience (manufacturing environment beneficial)Experience on Pastel Partner (Advantage)Knowledge of VAT, general ledger, and basic IFRS principles