Accountant / Senior Bookkeeper

Recruiter:

Time Personnel

Job Ref:

CPT004515/Jol

Date posted:

Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Location:

Somerset West, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Are you an experienced Accountant looking for a new career opportunity in Somerset West in the Western Cape?

Our national client is looking for a detail orientated individual and if you have experience in retail this will be highly advantageous.

A solid team player, communication skills in English and Afrikaans, with sound financial experience is required to add value to this retail concern reporting to the Group Financial Manager at Head Office.

Hours: Monday to Friday 8 – 5 pm, alternate Saturdays 8 – 1 pm

POSITION INFO:
REQUIREMENTS

Matric, relevant accounting qualification, Diploma or Degree essential
Accounting practical training completed
Communication skills in both English and Afrikaans
Excellent computer skills: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & Outlook)
Experience working on accounting systems
A team player with good interpersonal skills
Deadline orientated
Highly organised and detail-oriented with strong financial acumen and excellent time management skills
Results driven with strong communication skills

DUTIES

Financial processing including monitoring and reporting on debtors and creditors
Responsible for financial processing. monitoring and reporting on debtors and creditors
Processing of daily banking/ cashbook
Facilitate bank payments and be responsible for bank reconciliations
Oversee daily banking and cash up procedures
VAT reconciliations
General ledger and cash book reconciliations
Balance sheet and income statement journals
Reconciling of financial records for reporting purposes to Financial Manager
Prepare and examine financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
Manage accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and budgeting processes.
Prepare accurate financial reports.
Collaborate with financial manager during financial audits.
Ensure all overtime, leave etc. is recorded accurately for Head Office
Work to be completed within the required standards and timeframes
Analysis, data management and preparation of Excel spreadsheets
Oversee processes and effectiveness of financial reporting

Salary: R negotiable dependent on experience

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