Accountant/ Bookkeeper

Network Finance; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to oversee the full bookkeeping function up to Trial Balance and Financial Statements for two branches in Gauteng. You will maintain the General Ledger, handle inventory accounting, and manage payables and receivables to ensure accurate records.

The role requires strong Excel skills and knowledge of SAP Business One or Sage, with at least five years in accounting.

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Accounting or related qualification (advantageous).
• Minimum 5 years' bookkeeping/accounting experience.
• Experience managing accounting for multiple branches.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Knowledge of SAP Business One and Sage.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full bookkeeping function through to Trial Balance and Financial Statements.
• Maintain and reconcile the General Ledger.
• Process inventory accounting and stock reconciliations.
• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Perform bank reconciliations and cashbook processing.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns while ensuring statutory compliance.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial processes.
• Compile financial reports and provide insightful analysis to management.
• Ensure accurate, compliant, and timely financial records across both branches.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical and numerical ability

Organisational & time management

Independence & deadlines

Problem-solving mindset

Education

National Diploma in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP Business One

Sage

Job description

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Bookkeeping, or a related qualification (advantageous)
• Minimum 5 years' bookkeeping/accounting experience
• Proven experience managing the accounting function for multiple branches
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Working knowledge of SAP Business One and Sage

Non-Negotiable Experience

• Preparing Financial Statements
• General Ledger maintenance and reconciliations
• Inventory accounting and stock reconciliations
• End-to-end bookkeeping/accounting function

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full bookkeeping function through to Trial Balance and Financial Statements
• Maintain and reconcile the General Ledger
• Process inventory accounting and stock reconciliations
• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
• Perform bank reconciliations and cashbook processing
• Prepare and submit VAT returns while ensuring statutory compliance
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial processes
• Compile financial reports and provide insightful analysis to management
• Ensure accurate, compliant, and timely financial records across both branches

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong analytical and numerical ability
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• A proactive mindset with excellent problem-solving abilities

I specialise in placing professionals within the following finance disciplines: Junior Accountant, Accounting Assistant, Accounts Clerk, Bookkeeper, Debtors Clerk, Creditors Clerk, Finance Administrator, Financial Accountant, Management Accountant, Cost Accountant, and Finance Manager.