Senior Bookkeeper - Johannesburg (Kew)

ABC Worldwide; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company is looking for an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join their team in Johannesburg. The successful candidate will have at least 12 years of experience in bookkeeping and office management, along with proficiency in SAGE and other accounting packages. This position involves maintaining financial records, managing cash flow, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Strong organizational skills and the ability to work across multiple companies are essential to thrive in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years experience in accounting and office management.
• Proficient in accounting software, especially SAGE and similar packages.
• Ability to manage financial tasks under pressure while ensuring accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and balance GL accounts, debtors, creditors, and cashbook.
• Process accounting entries up to Trial Balance level.
• Manage cash flow and payments on the FNB banking platform.

Skills

Financial management

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Professional communication

Education

12+ years of experience in Bookkeeping, Accounts, and Office Management

Tools

SAGE

MDA / PropSys / Syspro accounting packages

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

Job Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 12+ years of experience in Accounts, Office Management, and Bookkeeping with expertise in SAGE and MDA / PropSys / Syspro accounting packages.

This role requires strong financial management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently across multiple companies within a group.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and balance General Ledger (GL) accounts, Debtors, Creditors, and Cashbook.
• Process accounting entries up to Trial Balance level.
• Handle cashbook entries and monthly reconciliation of intercompany loan accounts.
• Manage cash flow and load payments on the FNB banking platform.
• Prepare and process monthly accrual journals.
• Assist with audit preparation and liaise with auditors.
• Oversee invoicing and ensure timely receipt of payments.
• Perform SARS VAT reconciliations and submissions.
• Work across multiple companies within a group structure.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and financial regulations.
• Handle general office administration duties efficiently.

Key Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in Bookkeeping, Accounts, and Office Management.
• Proficiency in SAGE, MDA / PropSys / Syspro accounting packages (compulsory).
• Highly proficient in MS Excel & Outlook.
• Strong financial acumen and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong professional communication skills.
• Integrity, reliability, and a mature approach to work.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated and detail-oriented bookkeeping professional to join a dynamic team in a fast-paced financial and administrative environment.