Bookkeeper

Recruitment Matters; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in South Africa is looking for a Bookkeeper to manage financial transactions for renewable energy projects. The role requires expertise in accounting, meticulous record-keeping, and a strong understanding of compliance. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Commerce or Accounting, alongside relevant experience in financial reporting and accuracy. Opportunities for growth exist within this sustainable sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining accurate and organized records.
• Ability to conduct reconciliations effectively.
• Understanding of tax principles and implications.
• Experience in preparing financial statements.
• Skill in retrieving and presenting supporting documentation.

Responsibilities

• Record and manage all financial transactions in the accounting system.
• Process and track invoices from suppliers and vendors.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain and update the company's general ledger.
• Assist in preparation of quarterly management accounts.
• Support in tax preparation and compliance.

Skills

Accuracy and Completeness of Financial Records

Timely and Accurate Financial Reporting

Effective Cash Management

Compliance with Accounting Standards and Regulations

Fixed Asset Management

Data Integrity and Confidentiality

Communication Skills

Reliability & Dependability

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce / Accounting field

Tools

Proficiency in accounting software

Spreadsheet proficiency

Job description

General Description / Job Purpose

The Bookkeeper plays a pivotal role in the financial integrity and operational efficiency of our renewable energy Project Companies. This position is responsible for the precise management of all financial transactions, from Financial Close into Construction and ultimately Operations. The Bookkeeper ensures the meticulous recording and reporting of financial data, providing indispensable insights that underpin strategic decision-making and contribute directly to the sustainable growth of our clean energy initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Record Financial Transactions
  • Accurately entering all daily financial activities, including revenue, expenses, purchases, sales, invoices, and payments into the accounting system.
  • Ensuring timely payments to avoid late fees and maintain good vendor relationships.
  • Reconciling vendor statements.
• Accounts Payable Management
  • Processing and tracking invoices from suppliers and vendors.
  • Ensuring timely payments to avoid late fees and maintain good vendor relationships.
  • Reconciling vendor statements.
• Bank Reconciliations
  • Regularly comparing the company's internal financial records with bank statements to ensure accuracy and identify any discrepancies.
• General Ledger Maintenance
  • Maintaining and updating the company's general ledger, which is the main record of all financial transactions.
• Financial Reporting
  • Assist in preparation of quarterly management accounts of Project Companies.
• Tax Preparation
  • Assisting with the preparation of tax returns by ensuring accurate and organized financial records. This often involves working closely with accountants.

Tracking Renewable Energy Credits (REC's) and Government Incentives

• Renewable energy companies often benefit from various government incentives, grants, and the sale of Renewable Energy Credits (RECs). The bookkeeper needs to track these accurately.
• Understanding the financial implications and reporting requirements related to these incentives.

Depreciation and Amortization of Assets

• Assist with depreciation and amortization calculations.

Knowledge and Skills

• Accuracy and Completeness of Financial Records.
• Timely and Accurate Financial Reporting.
• Effective Cash Management.
• Compliance with Accounting Standards and Regulations.
• Fixed Asset Management.
• Support for Audits and Tax Filings.
• Data Integrity and Confidentiality.

Minimum Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce / Accounting field.

Minimum Previous Experience

• Maintaining accurate and organized records.
• Facilitating reconciliations.
• Understanding of tax principles.
• Preparing preliminary financial statements.
• Retrieving and presenting supporting documentation.
• First point of contact and support in respect of audits and queries relating thereto.
• Identifying and correcting errors proactively.
• Understanding and applying internal controls and flagging deviations.
• Proficiency in accounting software.
• Spreadsheet proficiency.
• Data entry accuracy.

Other Skills

• Communication Skills: Clear and concise written and verbal communication for internal and external stakeholders.
• Integrity and Confidentiality: High ethical standards and ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion.
• Reliability & Dependability: Consistent performance and adherence to schedules.
• Adaptability: Ability to learn new software, processes, and adapt to changes in regulations or company needs.
• Teamwork: Ability to collaborate effectively with other departments.
• Initiative: Proactively identifying areas for improvement in processes.

Languages

• English (Read, write & speak)