Senior Bookkeeper

Network Finance; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance is seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join its finance team in Centurion. The role involves hands-on bookkeeping through to trial balance, with responsibility for AP/AR, reconciliations, month-end processing, and financial reporting to support statutory compliance.

The ideal candidate has a degree or diploma in accounting, at least five years of bookkeeping experience, and strong Excel skills, plus experience with Xero.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Minimum 5 years bookkeeping experience.
• Xero accounting software experience is essential.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills are required.
• Experience managing bookkeeping through to trial balance.
• Strong AP, AR and reconciliation experience.
• Exposure to VAT and statutory compliance.
• Previous transport or logistics industry experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full bookkeeping function up to trial balance.
• Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Perform bank, debtor and creditor reconciliations.
• Process journals and assist with month-end close.
• Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Assist with VAT and statutory compliance requirements.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Excel

AP/AR management

Trial balance experience

VAT compliance

Logistics experience

Education

Accounting degree/diploma

Tools

Xero Accounting Software

Excel

Job description

A leading organisation within the specialised transport and logistics industry is seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join its finance team in Centurion. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on finance professional who is confident managing the bookkeeping function through to trial balance and enjoys working across a broad range of accounting responsibilities.

The successful candidate will take ownership of day-to-day bookkeeping, AP, AR, reconciliations, month-end processing, financial reporting and statutory compliance, while ensuring strong financial controls and accurate financial records are maintained.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage the full bookkeeping function up to trial balance
• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
• Perform bank, debtor and creditor reconciliations
• Process journals and assist with month-end close
• Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records
• Assist with VAT and statutory compliance requirements

Qualifications & Skills:

• Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance or a related field
• Minimum 5 years' bookkeeping experience
• Xero Accounting Software experience essential
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience managing bookkeeping through to trial balance
• Strong AP, AR and reconciliation experience
• Exposure to VAT and statutory compliance
• Previous transport or logistics industry experience essential