Bookkeeper

Empact Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance firm in Johannesburg seeks a Bookkeeper responsible for financial reporting and administrative tasks related to multiple units. The ideal candidate will have at least five years' experience in finance, familiarity with SAP, and strong skills in financial analysis and month-end processes. The role involves preparing invoices, managing client payments, and performing General Ledger reconciliations while adhering to strict deadlines. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to dynamic financial operations within a diverse team, ensuring compliance with policies and supporting budget preparations.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage the month-end process.
• Experience managing a debt book of over 30 clients.
• Knowledge of Credit Management.
• Strong skills in business planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling.
• Ability to analyze and manipulate large financial data sets quickly.

Responsibilities

• Complete the full month-end process for over 30 units.
• Analyze monthly trading results with Regional Managers.
• Prepare invoices and follow up on payments.
• Monitor weekly and monthly closures across accounting systems.
• Perform monthly General Ledger reconciliations.
• Assist in budget and forecast preparations.

Skills

Good numeric skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork ability

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

5 years' experience in Finance

CSFAB / AS

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Advanced Excel

Job description

Role: Bookkeeper
Reporting to: Management Accountant
Business Area: Central Region - JHB
The main purpose of the job: The incumbent will be responsible for executing financial administrative tasks including financial reporting related to food units.

Assist the Management Accountant in providing finance support to operations, the finance team, and functional heads.

Desirable education and experience:

• 5 years' experience in Finance
• SAP Experience required
• CSFAB / AS
• MS Office and Advanced Excel
• Ability to manage the month-end process
• Experience managing a debt book exceeding 30 clients
• Knowledge of Credit Management
• Strong skills in business planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling
• Ability to analyze and manipulate large financial data sets quickly
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines (overtime when required)
• Own transport

Skills and Competencies:

• Good numeric and administrative skills
• Attention to detail and methodical approach
• Deadline-driven
• Teamwork ability
• Ability to work in high-pressure environments
• Interpersonal skills

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete the full month-end process for over 30 units, including financial analysis, invoice preparation, journal entries, and reporting.
• Analyze monthly trading results and explain variances to Regional Managers and Management Accountant.
• Sign off on monthly results with Regional Managers and Management Accountant.
• Prepare invoices and follow up on payments.
• Allocate receipts promptly, follow up on client payments and remittance advices, and process cash received daily.
• Monitor weekly and monthly closures across accounting systems.
• Provide reports and analytics to support business management.
• Perform monthly General Ledger reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures monthly.
• Manage customer issues until resolution.
• Assist in budget and forecast preparations.
• Support site visits and audits.
• Lead finance interface setups for unit mobilizations and demobilizations.
• Assist with year-end audits.
• Perform other finance-related tasks as needed.

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