Bookkeeper Johannesburg (HC)

Tsebo Solutions Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Johannesburg seeks a financial controller to maintain financial systems, ensure profitability, and manage cash transactions. The ideal candidate will have strong financial acumen, excellent communication skills, and experience in a similar role. Responsibilities include preparing financial reports, managing stock takes, and assisting with HR issues.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience in a similar role.
• Proficient in computer skills, especially advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain financial control systems and ensure profitability.
• Handle cash transactions and prepare financial summaries.
• Assist in managing HR and IR issues.

Skills

Communication

Financial Acumen

Organizational Skills

Risk Management

Attention to Detail

Client Service Skills

Education

Tertiary Qualification

Tools

Excel

Menutec

Mymarket

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain all financial control systems comprehensively.
• Relieve the Catering Manager in their absence.
• Ensure the unit remains profitable at all times.
• Handle cash transactions, complete sales control sheets accurately, and balance theoretical and actual sales.
• Deal with customer requests for functions, bookings, and complaints.
• Monitor daily resale outlet operations.
• Assist in managing the unit effectively.
• Assist with stock takes and ensure received goods match invoices in quantity and quality.
• Prepare weekly Profit and Loss summaries for the unit.
• Compile all required bookkeeping returns as per schedule.
• Ensure bookkeeping returns and trading analysis figures are balanced and accurate.
• Ensure store issues follow standardized recipes and are recorded on Menutec.
• Comply with all administrative procedures and staff training requirements.
• Assist in managing cash from change, cash-ups, shortages, and banking.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, suppliers, and clients.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Assist with HR and IR issues.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Stay updated on financial trends and best practices.
• Maintain accurate financial records and submit necessary documentation promptly.
• Report any discrepancies to management.
• Maintain financial operational controls within budgetary limits.
• Ensure the asset register is accurate and up-to-date.
• Follow up on short payments from clients and record them.
• Maintain Balance Sheet Reconciliation files.
• Process cash books and perform monthly bank reconciliations for all companies.
• Monitor resale outlets to ensure cash accounts are fully reconcilable.
• Manage all financial documents across companies, ensuring proper filing.
• Prepare and post General Ledger Journals.
• Ensure complete and accurate PRS processing in the AX system.
• Prepare payment requisitions and load them onto banks for processing.
• Liaise with Unit Managers regarding collection and invoicing of local debtors.
• Assist with debtor collections as needed.
• Perform any other duties outside the scope of responsibilities as required.

Skills and Competencies

• Enjoy practical and methodical work.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong financial and business acumen.
• Organizational and planning skills.
• Risk management skills.
• Team player, honest, and reliable.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Innovative approach to business, system streamlining, and reporting.
• Strong client and customer service skills.
• Cost awareness.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to excellence.
• Initiative and productivity.
• Ability to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification (advantageous).
• 1-2 years' experience in a similar role.
• Proficient in computer skills, especially advanced Excel.
• Experience with Menutec & Mymarket systems.