Bookkeeper

Cls; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG and Food Production company in Gauteng is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to maintain accurate financial records and manage HR processes. The ideal candidate has strong accounting knowledge and experience in handling financial and administrative functions in a fast-paced environment. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years' experience within the FMCG or Manufacturing environment.
• Processing of credit notes.
• Creditors and debtors management.
• Bank reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records.
• Manage HR administrative processes.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with yearly audits.

Skills

Sage Evolution Explorer

SARS eFiling

SARS EasyFile

Microsoft Suite

Tax compliance

Labour Law

Education

Diploma in Bookkeeping

BCom in Accounting

Job description

Introduction

Our client in the FMCG and Food Production industry is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Bookkeeper to join their company.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing HR administrative processes, and ensuring full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

This position requires an individual with strong accounting knowledge, exceptional attention to detail, and experience in handling multiple financial and administrative functions in a fast-paced production environment.

Job Purpose

To ensure accurate financial recordkeeping, effective HR administration, and compliant debtor and creditor management in support of operational and regulatory efficiency.

Requirements

Minimum education (essential)

• Diploma in Bookkeeping

Minimum education (desirable)

• BCom in Accounting

Minimum applicable experience (years)

• 3 - 5 years' experience within the FMCG or Manufacturing environment.

Required nature of experience

• Processing of credit notes
• Creditors and debtors management
• Bank reconciliations
• Skills Development Levy administration
• CIODA (ROE) submissions
• CIPC submissions

Skills and Knowledge (essential)

• Sage Evolution Explorer
• SARS eFiling (VAT, PAYE, UIF, and Income Tax submissions)
• SARS EasyFile
• Microsoft Suite
• Tax compliance
• Labour Law

Other

• Proficient in Afrikaans and English
• Own transport and valid driver's license

Key Performance Areas

Financial Recordkeeping & Reconciliations

• Capture supplier invoices accurately and allocate to the correct GL accounts.
• Assist with GRVs and RTSs as needed.
• Process customer credit notes timeously and accurately.
• Submit supplier credit applications and maintain supplier documentation.
• Perform monthly supplier and customer reconciliations to ensure alignment with statements and remittances.
• Capture and reconcile all bank transactions and maintain a proper filing system.
• Prepare and provide required documentation to auditors during year-end.

Debtors & Creditors Management

• Maintain and reconcile petty cash transactions.
• Maintain the General Ledger and resolve any discrepancies.
• Process month-end journals including depreciation, interest, and salaries.
• Generate and distribute debtor statements and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Resolve payment queries with customers by providing supporting documentation.
• Process supplier invoices, reconcile accounts, and prepare timely payments.
• Liaise with suppliers and customers regarding financial queries in a professional manner.

HR Administration

• Ensure compliance with tax and labour legislation.
• Display updated labour law posters across company sites.
• Support HR compliance activities such as labour audits, tax clearance certificates, and skills development submissions.
• Submit ROE filings accurately and timeously.
• Assist in drafting and maintaining HR-related documents and records.

Bank Management

• Load and manage supplier payments as scheduled.
• Distribute payment notifications and proof of payments.
• Set up and maintain new bank beneficiaries.
• Manage and reconcile internal transfers between accounts.

Taxation & Compliance

• Submit VAT returns and ensure payments are made by the required deadlines.
• Submit provisional tax returns and payments biannually.
• Process annual IRP5s via SARS EasyFile.
• Address all SARS correspondence promptly and ensure ongoing tax compliance.

Remuneration Offered

• Market related
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