Senior Bookkeeper: GL, VAT & Audit Prep Pro

Executive Placements; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services recruiter is seeking a Bookkeeper to handle full bookkeeping up to trial balance in Gauteng, South Africa. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of experience, particularly in FMCG or manufacturing, and possess strong knowledge of reconciliations, cash flow, and accounting principles. Key responsibilities include managing creditors and debtors, reconciling accounts, overseeing VAT, and supporting the Financial Accountant with reporting. A strong attention to detail and experience with ERP systems like SAP or Syspro are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years solid bookkeeping experience ideally in FMCG or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of reconciliations, cash flow, and accounting principles.
• Experience with ERP/financial systems essential.

Responsibilities

• Full bookkeeping function up to trial balance.
• Manage creditors, debtors, and cashbook.
• Reconcile accounts and ensure accurate general ledger postings.
• Assist with monthly management accounts and audit preparation.
• Oversee VAT, payroll journals, and supplier payments.
• Support the Financial Accountant with reporting and analysis.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Knowledge of reconciliations

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Tools

SAP

Syspro

Job description

A financial services recruiter is seeking a Bookkeeper to handle full bookkeeping up to trial balance in Gauteng, South Africa. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of experience, particularly in FMCG or manufacturing, and possess strong knowledge of reconciliations, cash flow, and accounting principles. Key responsibilities include managing creditors and debtors, reconciling accounts, overseeing VAT, and supporting the Financial Accountant with reporting. A strong attention to detail and experience with ERP systems like SAP or Syspro are essential.