Senior Bookkeeper

RPO Recruitment; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

An electronics leader in Southern Africa seeks a Senior Bookkeeper to manage financial tasks in their Johannesburg office. The role entails responsibilities such as bank reconciliations, creditor and debtor management, alongside an emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail. Ideal candidates should have a relevant diploma and significant experience in financial accounting, along with proficiency in accounting software such as Pastel and MS Excel.

Benefits

Salary negotiable

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years' experience in Financial Accounting.
• Proficient in accounting software.
• Must possess own transport.

Responsibilities

• Manage bank processing and reconciliations.
• Handle full-function creditors and debtors management.
• Process and reconcile petty cash.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Education

Diploma/Degree in Accounting or Bookkeeping

Tools

Sage

Pastel

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:

• Bank processing and reconciliations.
• Full-function creditors and debtors management.
• General administration.
• Supplier payments.
• Petty cash processing and reconciliations.
• Daily stock & inventory processing and adjustments.
• Intercompany loan account journal entries.
• Maintaining a system for organizing company documents and day to day admin/documents.
• Post 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.
• To be honest, discreet, and trustworthy.
• A professional manner and a strong ethical code.
• Ability to multitask and remain self-motivated and positive.
• Commitment to working efficiently and accurately.

Benefits:

• Salary negotiable

Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity.

• Apply for this role today, contact Llizelle Jansen at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV: [e-mail]

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.