Senior Bookkeeper

Scholtz Partners International; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper who will manage financial reporting and compliance across multiple entities. The successful candidate will prepare financial statements, monitor cash flow, and ensure regulatory adherence. Ideal candidates will have a diploma or degree in accounting and at least three years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years as an accountant or similar role.
• At least 2 years bookkeeping experience on Pastel.
• Proficiency in accounting software required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for financial reporting and accounting tasks.
• Prepare financial statements and monitor cash flow.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and legal requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Pastel

MS Office (Excel)

Sage 50Cloud Pastel Partner

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Summary of the job: The Senior Bookkeeper is responsible for handling financial reporting and accounting tasks in compliance with regulatory and legal requirements. This role involves preparing financial statements (for the smaller companies), monitoring cash flow, reconciling accounts, and ensuring accurate financial operations across multiple entities within the group.

Qualification:

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Knowledge:

• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and compliance standards.

Knowledge and experience:

o Internet banking (Business Integrator)

o Internal financial administrative procedures and policies

o VAT requirements and procedures

o Internal accounting procedures of a non-profit organisation

o Contact management according to GAAP

o Compiling and reconciliation of cashbooks up to trail balance

o Debtors and creditors

Experience:

• Proven experience (minimum 3 years) as an accountant or similar role.

• At least 2 (two) years bookkeeping experience on Pastel Computer literacy: Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office Suite(including Microsoft Dynamics) , particularly Excel, Pastel Partner 19 and Sage 50Cloud Pastel Partner Required Skills, Competencies, and personal qualities:

• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively

• High attention to detail and accuracy.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.

• Ability to work time effectively and to develop new ways to be more effective

• Ability to work under stress, especially during month-end deadlines

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