Senior Bookkeeper

Rpo Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics company in Southern Africa seeks a Senior Bookkeeper to join their Johannesburg team. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Accounting, have at least 3 years of experience, and demonstrate strong analytical skills. Responsibilities include managing financial transactions, supplier payments, and maintaining administrative documentation. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute in a dynamic environment with potential for growth.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years' experience in Financial Accounting.
• Own transport required.
• Professional manner and strong ethical code.

Responsibilities

• Bank processing and reconciliations.
• Full-function creditors and debtors management.
• Daily stock & inventory processing and adjustments.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking ability

Education

Diploma / Degree in Accounting or Bookkeeping

Tools

Pastel

Sage

Xero Accounting

MS Excel

Job description

RPO Recruitment's client, an electronics leader and pioneer in the mining field within Southern Africa, is looking for an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join their team in Johannesburg.

The ideal candidate will have a head for numbers, experience with Pastel and MS Excel, accounting software, and strong analytical skills.

The Senior Bookkeeper will need to demonstrate the ability to work proactively and independently in a fast-paced office environment.

Responsibilities:

1. Bank processing and reconciliations.
2. Full-function creditors and debtors management.
3. General administration.
4. Supplier payments.
5. Petty cash processing and reconciliations.
6. Daily stock & inventory processing and adjustments.
7. Intercompany loan account journal entries.
8. Maintaining a system for organizing company documents and day-to-day admin/documents.
9. Posting journal entries for accrued expenses and interest-bearing loans.

Requirements:

• Diploma / Degree in Accounting or Bookkeeping.
• 3 to 5 years' experience in Financial Accounting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with accounting packages eg. Sage, Pastel, Xero Accounting.
• Intermediate Excel skills.
• Able to multi-task and prioritize work effectively.
• A can-do attitude.
• Own transport.
• An eye for detail.
• An ability to work to deadlines.
• Honest, discreet, and trustworthy.
• Professional manner and a strong ethical code.
• Ability to multitask, remain self-motivated, and positive.

Benefits:

Salary negotiable.

Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity. Apply for this role today by contacting Llizelle Jansen at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn.

You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV.

• We will contact you telephonically in 3 days if you are suitable for this vacancy.

If not suitable, we will keep your CV on file and contact you regarding future vacancies.