Senior Bookkeeper

SUMMARY:
The Bookkeeper is responsible for maintaining accurate, complete, and up-to-date financial records while supporting operational and reporting requirements across the finance function. This role requires a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and engaging with multiple internal and external stakeholders.

POSITION INFO:

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Imports & International Procurement

• Support international procurement, logistics and import/export processes.
• Place purchase orders and process foreign currency payments.
• Liaise with freight forwarders for air, sea and courier shipments.
• Ensure compliance with exchange control, customs, VAT and regulatory requirements.
• Calculate landed cost pricing and allocate shipping-related costs.
• Process GRVs on receipt of goods.
• Maintain accurate shipping and import documentation.
• Manage forward cover bookings and submit documentation to SARB.
• Track consignments and communicate shipment status to stakeholders.

Fixed Assets

• Maintain the Fixed Asset Register in line with IFRS and tax requirements.
• Perform monthly FAR to GL reconciliations.
• Process asset capitalisation, depreciation and disposals.
• Prepare supporting schedules for audits.

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Capture daily financial transactions using the ERP system.
• Process expenses, reimbursements and local/foreign payments.
• Perform bank and cashbook reconciliations.
• Prepare journals including payroll, accruals and prepayments.
• Manage intercompany transactions and balance confirmations.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and VAT submissions.
• Compile monthly financial reports and support audits.

Experience & Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Commerce, Management Accounting or Bookkeeping.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Strong accounting knowledge and reconciliation experience.
• Advanced Excel and ERP system experience (Microsoft Dynamics preferred).

Key Competencies

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal ability.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a pressurised environment.

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