Bookkeeper (Debtors & Creditors Clerk)

The Talent Room; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive group dealership in Gauteng is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to maintain accurate financial records and assist with accounting duties. The ideal candidate will have strong bookkeeping skills and experience in an automotive dealership, proficient in accounting software and MS Excel. Join us to contribute to our financial operations and compliance with industry regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years' bookkeeping experience, preferably within the automotive dealership industry.
• Proven experience with debtors, creditors, and reconciliations essential.
• Knowledge of VAT and statutory compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records for the dealership.
• Process debtors and creditors, including invoicing and payments.
• Prepare and capture journal entries and ensure account allocation.

Skills

Knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping principles

Experience with debtors and creditors

Proficiency in MS Excel

Experience with dealership accounting systems

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Education

Grade 12 / Matric with accounting as a subject

Relevant financial / accounting qualification

Tools

Automate

Evolve

Kerridge

Pinnacle

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Bookkeeper with Automotive Dealership experience to join a large Automotive Group Dealership in Gauteng

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for the dealership.
• Process debtors and creditors: invoicing, reconciliations, collections, and payments.
• Handle bank reconciliations, cashbook processing, and petty cash management.
• Prepare and capture journal entries and ensure correct allocation of accounts.
• Reconcile vehicle stock, parts inventory, and workshop transactions to ensure accuracy.
• Assist with VAT, PAYE, and statutory returns.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Support auditors with required financial documentation during year-end audits.
• Monitor expense control and highlight variances to management.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and automotive industry regulations.

Key Competencies & Skills

• Strong knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping principles.
• Experience in debtors, creditors, reconciliations, and cash flow management.
• Proficiency in MS Excel (advanced formulas, Pivot Tables, reporting).
• Experience with dealership accounting systems (e.g., Automate, Evolve, Kerridge, or Pinnacle).
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise with multiple departments (sales, parts, service).
• Confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism in handling financial data.

Qualifications & Experience

• Grade 12 / Matric with accounting as a subject (essential).
• A relevant financial / accounting qualification (Diploma or Certificate) advantageous.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ bookkeeping experience, preferably within the automotive dealership industry.
• Proven experience with debtors, creditors, and reconciliations essential.
• Knowledge of VAT and statutory compliance requirements.

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