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Senior Bookkeeper

  • Gauteng
  • Salary: Market Related
  • Job Type: Contract
  • Sectors: Accounting FMCG
  • Reference: 2326349

Apply before Feb 07 2026 | 61 Days left

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Vacancy Details

    We are looking a Bookkeeper to manage the business's daily financial transactions and maintain accurate, up-to-date financial records. This role is vital for tracking cash flow and generating the foundational data used for financial reporting and tax purposes. 

    Key Responsibilities

     

    • Recording Financial Transactions: Documenting all income and expenses, purchases, sales revenue, invoices, and payments in the appropriate ledgers.
    • Accounts Payable and Receivable: Managing the end-to-end process of vendor invoices and tracking customer payments and outstanding debts.
    • Bank Reconciliation: Comparing the company's financial records (general ledger) with bank and credit card statements to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.
    • Payroll Processing: Calculating employee wages, deductions, and taxes, and ensuring timely payment and compliance with relevant regulations.
    • Financial Reporting: Preparing basic financial reports and summaries, such as balance sheets, income statements (profit and loss), and cash flow statements for management review and decision-making.
    • Compliance and Documentation: Ensuring all financial actions comply with local, state, and federal legal requirements and maintaining an organized filing system for all financial documents and records.
    • Assisting Accountants: Collaborating with external accountants or auditors, often by bringing the books to the trial balance stage, for year-end reporting and tax filings. 

     

     

     


Required Skills

  • Creditors: 4 to 5 years
  • Debtors: 4 to 5 years
  • Finance: 4 to 5 years
  • Bookeeper: 4 to 5 years

Candidate Requirements

    Required Skills and Qualifications

    • Technical Skills:
      • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, MYOB).
      • Strong Microsoft Excel and data entry skills.
      • Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and practices (like double-entry bookkeeping).
    • Soft Skills:
      • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
      • Strong organizational and time management skills.
      • Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with teams and clients.
      • Problem-solving abilities to identify and resolve discrepancies. 

    A high school diploma is typically required, while an associate's or bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field is often preferred. Relevant professional certifications, such as a Certified Bookkeeper (CB) designation, can also be advantageous. 


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