Bookkeeper (Talent pipeline - Gauteng)

Pedros Chicken; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fast-food franchise is seeking a Bookkeeper to join their dynamic finance team. Responsibilities include preparing financial reports and producing management accounts. Candidates must have a tertiary qualification in Finance or Accounting and at least 3 years of experience, preferably in the FMCG sector. The position is based in South Africa's Gauteng Regional office. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Matric / Grade 12 required.
• Must have minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role.
• Finance experience in FMCG, Fast Food or Retail sectors is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and interpreting financial reports.
• Producing management accounts from trial balance to income statement.
• Reviewing accounts payable and receivable records.
• Conducting inventory valuation and verifying count sheets.
• Compiling VAT schedules and ensuring tax compliance.
• Supporting audit processes and finalizing financial statements.
• Managing budgets and performing variance analysis.
• Implementing internal controls and standard operating procedures.

Skills

Financial reporting

Management accounts preparation

Inventory valuation

Tax compliance

Budget management

Education

Tertiary qualification in Finance / Accounting

Tools

Sage

Pastel Evolution

Job description

As our brand continues to expand rapidly across local and international markets, we're building a talent pipeline of exceptional Bookkeepers to support our dynamic finance team. If you're ready to be part of a brand that’s redefining fast food with bold growth and sharp execution then apply to be a part of our Bookkeeper talent pipeline and be considered for opportunities at our Gauteng Regional office in 2026.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and interpreting financial reports.
• Producing management accounts from trial balance to income statement.
• Reviewing accounts payable and receivable records.
• Conducting inventory valuation and verifying count sheets.
• Compiling VAT schedules and ensuring tax compliance.
• Supporting audit processes and finalizing financial statements.
• Managing budgets and performing variance analysis.
• Implementing internal controls and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12.
• Tertiary qualification in Finance / Accounting.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role.
• Experience using Sage/ Pastel Evolution.
• Must have experience in management accounts preparation from trial balance.
• to income statement.
• Finance experience in the FMCG, Fast Food or Retail sectors preferable.