Senior Bookkeeper

Clear Leaf; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented financial analyst to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will conduct in-depth research on industry practices and financial trends, providing valuable insights to support decision-making processes. Collaborating with various teams, you'll assist in developing financial models and reports while managing month-end processes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to enhance financial efficiency and contribute to the company's success. If you possess strong analytical skills and are looking for a challenging yet rewarding role, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of bookkeeping and financial experience required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis and provide insights for decision making.
• Manage month-end processes and prepare audit files for auditors.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Research Skills

Financial Software Proficiency

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Time Management

Education

Tertiary qualification in Finance

Tertiary qualification in Accounting

Tertiary qualification in Economics

Tools

Sage Intacct

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Location : Gauteng, Germiston

Application Deadline : May 30, 2025

Job Description

• Conduct research on industry practices and financial trends.
• Analyse company (financial) information to provide insights for decision making.
• Assist in developing recommendations to improve financial processes and efficiency.
• Provide financial analysis support to different departments as required.
• Assist in developing financial models and reports for projects.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure alignment with financial objectives.
• Manage month-end processes on Sage Intacct, including opening and closing procedures.
• Update all month-end Exco reports and maintain cashbooks for all bank accounts.
• Check debtors and creditors, liaising with Finance Admin on payment allocations.
• Handle ad hoc requests from management.
• Update month-end journal entries.
• Calculate and claim profit and loss on international supplier accounts.
• Manage foreign supplier accounts, including payments for stock purchases.
• Compile and submit supporting documents for FEC rate bookings and foreign payments.
• Prepare audit files and documents for auditors.
• Support import/export processes, including liaising with forwarders and couriers.
• Oversee the cleaning lady.
• Prepare and submit PAYE and VAT returns via SARS E-filing.
• Update the fixed asset register.
• Reconcile petty cash and purchasing cards, and manage petty cash and key box.
• Perform revaluation on CFC accounts when funds are available.
• Reconcile supplier and debtor accounts when discrepancies arise.
• Process and verify credit term requests.
• Assist with annual insurance renewal processes.
• Manage legal compliance and related processes.
• Assist with BEE administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and research skills with attention to detail.
• At least 3 years of bookkeeping and financial experience.
• Proficiency in financial software and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to interpret financial statements and data.
• Strong communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Knowledge of data and market research platforms, including AI & machine learning research tools.
• Good administrative skills.
• Experience with debtors and creditors management.
• Well-spoken and trustworthy individual.
• Independent thinker, punctual, and deadline-driven.
• Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize tasks effectively.
• High competence in MS Excel.