Senior Bookkeeper

Kaitlin Mornet; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 357,000 - 580,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaitlin Mornet in Hilton is seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to own the day-to-day finance function. You will manage the complete bookkeeping process, support month-end close, ensure accurate financial reporting, and oversee payroll, tax and cash flow activities.

The role is in-office in Hilton and requires strong organisation, detail orientation, and the ability to work independently. The ideal candidate has 6+ years’ bookkeeping experience and SAIPA/SAICA articles completed.

Qualifications

• Qualified in bookkeeping with formal accounting training.
• Experience with month-end close and financial reporting.
• Proficient in payroll processing, VAT, and PAYE.
• Strong SARS submissions knowledge and tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and manage monthly accounts.
• Manage bank accounts and payment loading.
• Perform bank, debtor and creditor reconciliations.
• Process accruals, prepayments and month-end journals.
• Manage payroll, VAT, PAYE and credit control.
• Prepare SARS returns and payments.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Month-end close

Payroll

VAT & PAYE

Reconciliations

Sage Pastel

Education

BCom Accounting

SAIPA/SAICA articles

Tools

Sage Pastel

Job description

Monthly Cost To Company (Market related)

About the Role

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function of a growing organisation based in Hilton.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the full bookkeeping function, supporting month-end close, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and overseeing key tax, payroll and cash flow processes.

This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who is highly organised, detail-oriented and confident working independently.

• Process invoices and manage monthly accounts
• Manage bank accounts and payment loading
• Perform bank, debtor and creditor reconciliations
• Process accruals, prepayments and month-end journals
• Manage payroll, VAT, PAYE and credit control
• Prepare and submit SARS returns and payments
• Manage partner commission calculations and payments
• Process staff expense claims and reimbursements
• Monitor and manage cash flow and forecasting
• Assist with budget preparation and budget vs actual reporting
• Prepare management accounts and other financial reports
• Maintain the fixed asset register and calculate depreciation
• Take full ownership of the month-end close process
• Ensure financial records are accurate, complete and up to date
• BCom in Accounting
• SAIPA or SAICA articles completed
• Minimum 6 years' experience in a bookkeeping role
• Proficiency in Sage Pastel
• Proven ability to manage the month-end close independently
• Solid working knowledge of:
  • SARS submissions
  • VAT
  • PAYE
  • Payroll processes
  • Credit control
  • Bank and ledger reconciliations
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines
• Must be able to work in-office in Hilton.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who is

• Process invoices and manage monthly accounts
• Manage bank accounts and payment loading
• Perform bank, debtor and creditor reconciliations
• Process accruals, prepayments and month-end journals
• Manage payroll, VAT, PAYE and credit control
• Prepare and submit SARS returns and payments
• Manage partner commission calculations and payments
• Process staff expense claims and reimbursements
• Monitor and manage cash flow and forecasting
• Assist with budget preparation and budget vs actual reporting
• Prepare management accounts and other financial reports
• Maintain the fixed asset register and calculate depreciation
• Take full ownership of the month-end close process
• Ensure financial records are accurate, complete and up to date

Minimum Requirements

• BCom in Accounting
• SAIPA or SAICA articles completed
• Minimum 6 years' experience in a bookkeeping role
• Proficiency in Sage Pastel
• Proven ability to manage the month-end close independently
• Solid working knowledge of:
  • SARS submissions
  • VAT
  • PAYE
  • Payroll processes
  • Credit control
  • Bank and ledger reconciliations
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines
• Must be able to work in-office in Hilton.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who is experienced, dependable and hands‑on, with the ability to take ownership of the finance function and ensure that financial processes run smoothly and accurately.

If you are an experienced Senior Bookkeeper looking for an opportunity where you can take ownership and make a meaningful contribution, we would like to hear from you.

Please note that only suitable candidates will be contacted.