SENIOR BOOKKEEPER

SUMMARY:
This role plays a key part in supporting management with reliable financial insights.

POSITION INFO:

Our client with a national footprint within the financial sector seeks the duties of a highly skilled Senior Bookkeeper.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Recordkeeping & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date general ledger accounts.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and balance sheet accounts.
• Process and review journals, accruals, and adjustments.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Oversee full AP and AR cycles, including invoice processing, supplier payments, and customer billing.
• Monitor ageing reports and follow up on outstanding receivables.
• Maintain vendor and customer account accuracy.

Payroll & Statutory Compliance

• Prepare and process payroll accurately and on time.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (PAYE, UIF, SDL, VAT, EMP201/501, etc.).
• Prepare and submit VAT returns, EMP returns, and other regulatory filings.

Cash Flow & Financial Controls

• Monitor cash flow and prepare forecasts.
• Implement and maintain strong internal controls.
• Assist with budgeting and variance analysis.

Audit & Year-End Support

• Prepare audit packs and liaise with external auditors.
• Support year‑end processes and financial reviews.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Maintain and optimise accounting systems (e.g., Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, Pastel).
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5–7 years of bookkeeping experience, with at least 2 years in a senior role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and statutory requirements.
• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience in preparing management accounts is highly advantageous.

Key Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Strong organisational and time‑management abilities.