Junior Bookkeeper

Salary R 9 000 to R13 000 depending on experience

Job Description
A company in the renewable energy industry is looking for a reliable and detail-driven Junior Bookkeeper to support the Finance Manager and Ops team with day-to-day financial tasks, general bookkeeping duties, and operational checks. This role is ideal for someone with strong admin skills and who enjoys working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Responsibilities:

Bookkeeping and Financial Admin:

• Capture supplier invoices and process customer invoices
• Perform bank, credit card, and petty cash reconciliations
• Assist with debtors and creditors management
• Maintain up-to-date financial records and filing systems
• Assist with payroll inputs and monthly journals
• Assist with stock recons and counts
• Manage returns and internal processes relating to stock movements
• Create new stock codes and manage basic spreadsheets requested by the Finance Manager and Directors

• Reconcile stock movement reports with accounting system
• Conduct checks on delivery notes, supplier payments, and purchase orders
• Support inventory and cost control reconciliations
• Liaise with operations and sales teams to ensure transactional accuracy

• Assist in preparation of reports and analysis for management accounts
• Flag discrepancies and raise issues requiring review
• Help maintain internal controls and process documentation
• Provide general administrative support to finance functions

• Diploma or Certificate in Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Finance
• 1-2 years' bookkeeping or accounting experience (retail or distribution environment an advantage)
• Proficiency in Xero accounting software (previous experience with inventory management software like Cin7 or Unleashed will be advantageous)
• Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability
• A proactive mindset and willingness to learn