Senior Bookkeeper

Pedros; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

An established fast food restaurant chain in South Africa seeks a Finance Manager to oversee financial reporting, manage budgets, and implement internal controls. The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of experience in finance, a diploma in Financial Management or Accounting, and proficiency in Sage accounting systems. Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills are essential for managing a finance team and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a finance-related role.
• Hands-on approach to finance operations.
• Ability to manage and analyze budgets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and interpret financial reports.
• Supervise accounts payable and receivable functions.
• Ensure compliance with tax and statutory regulations.

Skills

Financial reporting

Inventory control

Cost accounting

Microsoft Office

Effective communication

Education

Diploma in Financial Management / Accounting qualification

Tools

Sage 50

Sage 200

Job description

Job Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Financial reporting, managing operating capital, the accounting function, implementing SOP’s and improving internal financial controls. Supervising and supporting the finance team
• Financial reporting: Collate, prepare and interpret reports
• Supervise the accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions
• Inventory control and management
• Ensuring tax compliance and compliance with statutory regulations
• Supervising the audit process and ensuring financial statements are completed
• Managing budgets and variance analysis
• Implement, enhance and oversee internal controls and SOP’s
• Liaising with managerial level staff and third-party stakeholders
  
  

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a similar role
• Sound understanding of the finance function and a hands-on approach
• Minimum of 4 years of experience on Sage 50/ Sage 200 or similar system
• Previous experience in the FMCG, Fast Food or Retail sectors
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organisation
• Strong presentation skills
• Microsoft Office experience
• Cost accounting experience
• Diploma in Financial Management / Accounting qualification
• Valid code 8 driver’s license
  
  

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