Senior Bookkeeper

Kontak Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Senior Bookkeeper in Johannesburg. This hands-on role involves managing bookkeeping, payroll, and administrative tasks for a growing business in agriculture. Candidates should have a diploma in accounting/finance, with 2+ years of experience and proficiency in accounting software. The position offers a salary of R25 000 – R30 000 CTC per month and requires monthly travel to a Magaliesburg farm.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of full-function bookkeeping and administration experience.
• Experience with payroll processing for farm staff.
• Ability to travel monthly to a farm in Magaliesburg.

Responsibilities

• Manage ledgers, daily transactions, and accurate financial records.
• Process accounts payable and receivable and verify deposits/payments.
• Administer payroll for farm employees and ensure compliance with statutory obligations.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Payroll processing

Reconciliations

Reporting

Accounting software proficiency

MS Office proficiency

Education

Diploma in Accounting / Finance

Job description

Senior Bookkeeper position available in Johannesburg.

Join a growing business involved in agriculture, hospitality, and manufacturing. Take ownership of bookkeeping, payroll, and admin in a hands-on role offering stability, quick feedback, and opportunities to grow.

Location: Dainfern, Johannesburg (Office-based: monthly travel to Magaliesburg farm required).

Salary: R25 000 – R30 000 CTC per month.

Requirements:

• Diploma in Accounting / Finance (degree advantageous)
• 2+ years of full-function bookkeeping and administration experience
• Payroll processing experience (farm staff ±10 employees)
• Reconciliations and reporting skills
• Proficiency in bookkeeping/accounting software and MS Office
• Strong ethics, professionalism, and ability to work independently
• Own vehicle and willingness to travel monthly to a farm in Magaliesburg once a month

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage ledgers, daily transactions, and accurate financial records
• Process accounts payable, receivable, and verify deposits/payments
• Perform bank reconciliations and prepare monthly reports for management
• Administer payroll for farm employees and ensure compliance with statutory obligations
• Handle disbursements for farm operations, including fuel, repairs, and supplies
• Support vendor processes and coordinate payments for manufacturing, logistics, and raw materials
• Assist with preparation of financial statements
• Produce timely daily/weekly/monthly reporting for management