Bookkeeper/Financial Administrator - Construction - Johannesburg

Hire Resolve; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Group in Johannesburg seeks a skilled Bookkeeper to join the construction industry team. You will manage financial records, invoices, and project budgets, ensuring accuracy.

Ideal candidates have 3 years of experience, proficiency in QuickBooks or Sage, and the ability to work independently and meet deadlines. This role also involves payroll processing and tax preparation to support project reporting.

Qualifications

• 3 years proven work experience as a bookkeeper or accountant in construction.
• Proficient with QuickBooks or Sage and related financial software.
• Strong understanding of construction project costs and budgets.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records for construction projects.
• Process invoices, receipts, and payments promptly.
• Prepare monthly financial reports including P&L statements and balance sheets.
• Monitor project budgets and track expenses.
• Reconcile bank statements and accounts.
• Assist with payroll processing and employee benefits administration.
• Assist with tax preparation and filing.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Accounting knowledge

Construction industry experience

Attention to detail

Independent work ethic

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

IQRetail

Job description

Job Title: Bookkeeper, Construction Industry

Location: Johannesburg

Company: Construction Group

Hire Resolve is seeking a skilled and experienced Bookkeeper to join our client's construction industry team in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background and excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for the construction projects


• Process invoices, receipts, and payments in a timely manner


• Prepare monthly financial reports including profit and loss statements and balance sheets


• Monitor project budgets and track expenses


• Reconcile bank statements and accounts


• Assist with payroll processing and employee benefits administration


• Assist with tax preparation and filing

Requirements:

• Proven work experience as a Bookkeeper or Accountant in the construction industry (3 Years)


• Proficient in accounting software such as QuickBooks or Sage, IQRetail


• Strong understanding of construction project costs and budgets


• Excellent organizational and time-management skills


• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred