Senior Bookkeeper

Point. Your Marketing Investment Partner; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing services firm based in Gauteng is seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join their Finance team. You will manage financial records, oversee payroll processing, and ensure compliance with statutory returns. Ideal candidates should possess 3–5 years of relevant experience, strong accounting skills, and proficiency in financial management systems. This full-time position offers an opportunity to collaborate with teams across diverse regions while ensuring high levels of accuracy and professionalism in financial administration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years' experience in bookkeeping or financial administration.
• Experience managing multiple accounts across different regions.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Manage general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Oversee payroll processing and ensure proper reconciliations.
• Prepare and submit statutory returns (VAT, Tax, etc.).

Skills

Accounting principles

Statutory requirements

Advanced Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Integrity

Tools

ERP / financial management systems

Job description

CompanyPoint is a leading provider of end-to-end marketing solutions across Africa and the Middle East, specializing in procurement, management, and delivery.

As a strategic marketing services partner, Point leverages extensive regional expertise and strategic partnerships to deliver innovative solutions, cost savings, and operational efficiencies.

With a procurement buying power of $ million, Point manages marketing collateral including point-of-sale merchandise, print, promotional products, logistics, and execution for multinational corporations.

Headquartered in South Africa, Point operates across numerous regions, with offices and onsite teams in countries such as Zambia, Kenya, UAE, and Saudi Arabia.

Learn more about Point at DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join our Finance team in Sandton.

Qualifications

• Experience working with international companies and managing multiple accounts across different regions.
• Minimum 3–5 years' experience in a similar bookkeeping or senior financial administration role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, statutory requirements, and financial best practices.
• Experience working on ERP / financial management systems.
• Advanced Excel proficiency and strong overall computer literacy.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage competing priorities.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• High levels of integrity, attention to detail, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Manage general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Oversee payroll processing and ensure proper reconciliations.
• Prepare and submit statutory returns (VAT, Tax, etc.).
• Support audits and management reporting.
• Maintain asset registers and ensure compliance with internal policies.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders across multiple regions.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Accounting / Auditing and Finance

Industries: Marketing Services