Junior Bookkeeper

SKG Properties; East London; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

SKG Properties is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Bookkeeper to join the finance team in East London. The role supports day-to-day accounting, including supplier invoices, payments, and reconciliations, while ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies.

The ideal candidate has a Diploma or higher in bookkeeping or accounting, a Grade 12 with accounting, and solid Excel skills. Psychometric tests may be required during shortlisting.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with Accounting is required.
• A Diploma in Bookkeeping, Finance or Accounting is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office and strong Excel skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and bank reconciliations.
• Process purchase orders and supplier invoices accurately.
• Assist with month-end activities and audits as needed.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Collaborate with departments to record financial transactions timely.
• Handle ad-hoc financial tasks as assigned by Finance Manager.

Skills

Accounting principles

MS Office

Microsoft Excel

Education

Grade 12 with Accounting

Diploma in Bookkeeping/Finance/Accounting

Tools

SAGE 300

Job description

Company Overview

Founded in 2000. SKG Properties specialises in the development, leasing and management of commercial and industrial real estate.

Joining us means seizing an opportunity to work in a dynamic, industry leading property company in South Africa, where ethic, customer service and teamwork are the foundation of our success.

Role Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Junior Bookkeeper to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will assist with maintaining accurate financial records, assit with month end accounts payable reconsiliations, monthy financial audits, correction s, payment allocations and ensure complience. processing invoices, and reconciling accounts.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage all aspects of the accounts payable and bank reconciliations.


• Manage the processing of purchase orders, processing invoices, and ensuring compliance and accuracy throughout.


• Working pro-actively and seeing opportunities for improvement.


• Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulations.


• Ensure compliance with company processes, policies, and procedures.


• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions.


• Communication and teamwork for recommendations for improvements if seen in any aspect of financial work.


• Participate in budgeting and forecasting processes.


• Assistance in all financial audits.


• Handle any other ad-hoc duties as assigned by the Finance Manager


• Tenant administration support, assisting with tenant billing and/or recoveries


• Loan and Journal Entries: Assisting with basic Loan account journals and Accounts Payable allocations.

Requirements

• Grade 12 with Accounting.


• Diploma in Bookkeeping, Finance or Accounting.


• Minimum of 5 3 years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting, with at least 2 years in a senior role.


• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices. Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office. & strong Microsoft Excel skills.


• SAGE 300 experience advantageous.


• High numerical accuracy and the ability to work under pressure.


• Understanding of procurement policy and processes advantageous.


• Property Industry knowledge advantageous.

Psychometric tests are required to be undertaken by shortlisted candidates.

Should you not have been contacted by 15 November 2026 please consider your application unsuccessful.