Senior Bookkeeper

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Rondebosch is seeking a meticulous Senior Bookkeeper to manage full bookkeeping functions. The role involves handling cashbooks, supplier payments, and reporting directly to the Financial Manager and CEO. Ideal candidates have a minimum of 3 years' experience and are proficient in accounting software and MS Office. Attention to detail and integrity are essential for handling confidential information.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of bookkeeping experience, preferably in a similar role.
• Proficiency in Palladium accounting software is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Accurate and timely cashbook processing.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Ensure profits are reported monthly.
• Prepare and share financial reports as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

MS Office proficiency

Ability to work independently

Integrity

Education

Minimum of 3 years of bookkeeping experience

Tools

Palladium accounting software

Excel

Job description

Job Description:

We are seeking a meticulous and dedicated Senior Bookkeeper to join our team on a full-time basis at our office in Rondebosch. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing full bookkeeping functions up to trial balance and will report directly to the Financial Manager and CEO. This role requires someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling large accounts, particularly with major retailers such as Clicks, Shoprite, and others.

Key Responsibilities:

Cashbook:

• Accurate and timely cashbook processing.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices.
• Correctly process raw materials into the appropriate warehouse.
• Ensure suppliers are paid accurately and on time.
• Perform monthly supplier reconciliations within 10 days after month-end.
• Resolve any queries with suppliers promptly.
• Ensure accurate and consistent allocation of expenses.
• Capture all VAT transactions accurately.
• Maintain an online folder with all supplier invoices, statements, and reconciliations.

Customers:

• Ensure customers pay in full and on time.
• Process credit notes accurately and promptly.
• Accurately and timely process customer deductions with relevant descriptions.
• Resolve any invoice queries with customers within 10 days after month-end.
• Maintain an online folder with all customer invoices.
• Accurately invoice online sales monthly.
• Upload retail invoices onto the portal.

Reporting:

• Share weekly sales reports for the group.
• Provide a weekly cash flow report to management.
• Prepare and share monthly, weekly, debtor, and creditor reports as required by the CEO or Financial Manager.
• Handle general admin tasks and filing as needed.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum of 3 years of bookkeeping experience, preferably in a similar role.
• Proficiency in Palladium accounting software is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.