Senior Bookkeeper: Management Accounts & Compliance

Hire Resolve; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Hire Resolve is seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to manage the full accounting function up to monthly management accounts. You will ensure accurate records, perform reconciliations, and support statutory compliance.

The role covers accounts, VAT, PAYE, and audit preparation, with emphasis on accuracy, deadlines, and independent work in an insurance-adjacent environment. The ideal candidate holds a Diploma or Degree in Accounting and has 3–5 years of bookkeeping experience, strong Excel

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 3–5 years accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Experience preparing monthly management accounts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• Experience using Sage or Pastel accounting software.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and reconciliations.
• Analytical, organized and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to meet deadlines, work under pressure and operate independently.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general ledger and ensure financial records are accurate.
• Process and reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Capture and process journal entries.
• Perform bank, cashbook and GL reconciliations.
• Maintain fixed asset register and depreciation schedules.
• Manage petty cash and expense claims.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Process accruals, provisions and prepayments.
• Prepare and distribute monthly management accounts.
• Analyse financial results and investigate variances.
• Assist with budgeting and cash flow forecasting.
• Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules for management.
• Prepare VAT reconciliations, calculations and submissions.
• Submit PAYE, UIF and other statutory requirements.
• Assist with provisional tax submissions.
• Ensure compliance with policies and legislation.
• Maintain supporting documentation for audits and regulatory reviews.
• Process premium cashbooks and follow up on outstanding debtors.
• Process creditors’ invoices, cashbooks and payments.
• Complete insurance month-end processes, including payment checks and rejections.
• Manage claims creditors and assist with supplier queries.
• Distribute fleet and credit card statements.
• Process rental payments and binder fee invoice submissions.
• Assist with annual financial statement preparation and the annual audit.
• Prepare audit files and schedules.
• Liaise with external auditors and service providers.
• Provide management with ad hoc financial reports and analysis.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial controls and efficiencies.

Skills

Accounting

Excel

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Diploma or Degree in Accounting

Tools

Sage

Pastel

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

Hire Resolve is seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to manage the full accounting function up to monthly management accounts. You will ensure accurate records, perform reconciliations, and support statutory compliance.

The role covers accounts, VAT, PAYE, and audit preparation, with emphasis on accuracy, deadlines, and independent work in an insurance-adjacent environment. The ideal candidate holds a Diploma or Degree in Accounting and has 3–5 years of bookkeeping experience, strong Excel