Bookkeeper

About us:

Supernova Brands is a dynamic and expanding B2B import and brand distribution company in Cape Town, South Africa. We specialize in bringing "out of this world" products to the biggest and best retailers and e-commerce companies in South Africa.

Given our strong omni-channel presence, and the vast amount of technical sourcing and sales experience of our team, we have the ability and mission of making our products and brands “explode” in the local market - Like a Supernova. This is the promise that we want to make to the brands we represent and to the customers that we serve.

If there’s a product that brings the promise of excitement, style, and innovation to these product categories, chances are great that our team is already working on a strategic rollout plan to bring it to market.

We are hustlers. We are dreamers and we are doers. We bring positivity, focus, and high energy to everything we do. We are adaptable and creative. We believe in collaborating and working together as a team to find solutions and identify new opportunities.

About the job:

Reports To: Finance Manager

Department: Finance

Location: Unit 3, Rainbow Close, Marconi Beam, Cape Town, South Africa (Fully Office Based)

Purpose of the Role:

We are looking for an organized and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our growing import & distribution e-commerce company. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the financial records, processing transactions, and ensuring the smooth operation of the company's financial activities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in bookkeeping, e-commerce, and a passion for supporting financial operations in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger entries.
2. Reconcile bank and credit card statements regularly.
3. Record all financial transactions, including payments, receipts, sales, and purchase invoices.
4. Accounts Payable & Receivable:
5. Process incoming and outgoing invoices.
6. Ensure timely payment of bills and receipts of payments from customers.
7. Follow up on overdue payments.

Collaborate with Team Members:

• Work with other departments, including sales, operations, and marketing, to gather necessary data for accurate financial reporting.
• Assist management in forecasting and budgeting.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Proven experience as a bookkeeper, accounting assistant, or similar role.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles.
• Experience working with accounting software (e.g. Xero, Pastel Partner) and e-commerce platforms (e.g. Takealot, Makro & Amazon).
• Strong knowledge of e-commerce sales data and financial operations.
• Ability to work with confidential information and maintain discretion.
• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• A degree or certification in accounting, finance, or a related field is a plus.
• Previous experience in e-commerce or retail accounting is highly desirable.

Preferred Skills:

• Proficiency with Xero & Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets for financial analysis.
• Familiarity with basic financial analysis.
• Experience with integrating e-commerce sales data into accounting software.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and thrives in a collaborative environment. They should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective cross-functional collaboration and teamwork with both internal teams and external partners. Proactive problem-solving, adaptability to new tools and technologies, and a results-driven approach are key to succeeding in this role.

This job description is a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. The role may evolve, and the employee may be required to perform additional tasks or duties as needed.