Junior Bookkeeper (JB5524)

Junior Bookkeeper (JB5524) Roodepoort, Johannesburg (on-site) R20 R25 000 CTC per month Permanent An established courier and freight forwarding company working with major partners like DHL and FedEx is seeking a Junior Bookkeeper to join their finance team. This is a full-time, office-based role suited to someone with at least 3 years of bookkeeping experience or a candidate currently studying part-time or looking to complete their articles. You'll work across multiple companies and assist in managing high-volume shipment-related transactions. The role requires hands-on bookkeeping to trial balance, and a solid understanding of logistics or freight environments will be beneficial. Xero experience is essential. Minimum Requirements : 3 years of bookkeeping experience OR currently studying accounting / bookkeeping or completing articles Strong knowledge of bookkeeping up to trial balance Microsoft Office Suite Experience using Xero Exposure to freight forwarding, courier, or logistics industries highly advantageous Ability to manage books for multiple companies Strong attention to detail, reliability, and time management Office-based role in Roodepoort, so candidates must be able to commute daily Duties and Responsibilities : Full bookkeeping function up to trial balance Process and reconcile high-volume courier and freight transactions Manage books for multiple companies Handle supplier invoices, allocations, and payment tracking Maintain general ledger accounts and assist with month-end reports Collaborate with operations to ensure financial accuracy in shipping records Support senior finance staff with audits and reporting Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later. IMPORTANT : We specialize in specific niche fields. Regret that we are unable to provide assistance for any fields outside of this scope. Fields can be viewed on our website. Kontak Recruitment Disclaimer : Equal opportunity : All backgrounds are welcomed, with no bias. All are considered based on requirements. Job specifics : Requirements mirror advertisement, duties may adjust for client needs. Fair process : Fair assessment, only shortlisted candidates contacted due to volume. Privacy : Data processed as per Privacy Policy. By applying, you agree to data handling. We safeguard applicant info. Candidate verification : Candidates selected by the client are verified. False info may disqualify or end employment via the client. Offer clarity : Advert is not a binding offer. Written offers based on pre-employment conditions. No direct link : Advert is not tied to Kontak Recruitment. We assist in the employment process ONLY. Applicant Responsibility : Upon applying, confirmation of receipt for a specific advert is given. If no confirmation is received, you must verify with Kontak Recruitment.