Senior Bookkeeper

SUMMARY:
Our Client is looking for a  Senior Bookkeeper to join their team

POSITION INFO:
Location: Industria Johannesburg

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Bookkeeper to oversee and manage the full bookkeeping function within a fast-paced business environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supervising daily accounting operations, ensuring statutory compliance, and supporting month-end and year-end financial processes.
The ideal candidate will possess strong technical bookkeeping knowledge, excellent organizational skills, and proven experience working independently while supporting management with accurate financial reporting and insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and oversee accurate and up-to-date financial records and ledgers
• Manage the full accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
• Perform and review bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations
• Prepare, review, and submit VAT returns and other statutory submissions
• Oversee payroll processing and maintain accurate employee financial records
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures, including journals and accruals
• Prepare management accounts and financial reports for internal stakeholders
• Monitor cash flow and assist with budgeting and forecasting processes
• Liaise with external accountants, auditors, banks, and regulatory bodies
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and relevant legislation
• Identify process improvements and implement efficient financial controls
• Support and guide junior finance or administrative staff where required

• Proven experience as a Senior Bookkeeper or in a similar senior finance role
• Strong working knowledge of accounting software such as Sage, QuickBooks, or Xero
• Solid understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles
• Experience managing payroll, VAT, and statutory compliance processes
• High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and handle confidential information professionally
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Relevant bookkeeping or accounting qualification (AAT, Diploma, Certificate, or equivalent preferred)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Preferred Attributes
• Experience in a fast-paced commercial or industrial environment
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and manage multiple priorities
• Strong problem-solving and process-improvement mindset
• Leadership or supervisory experience will be advantageous