Permanent - Senior Bookkeeper - Ekurhuleni (East Rand) - South Africa

Reporting directly to the Financial Manager and will be required to work closely with various departments of the Company.

The primary functions of the Senior Bookkeeper are as follows:

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and reporting of monthly management accounts

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost control processes

• Ensure financial information is aligned with company policies and procedures

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and post monthly journal entries

• Prepare monthly GL reconciliations for the Finance Managers review

• Prepare monthly VAT calculation and VAT201 submission

• Perform first review of monthly creditors reconciliations

• Perform manual adjustments to stock

• Manage stock held at sub-contractors

• Calculate and validate monthly overtime

• Maintain Fixed Asset Register

• Maintain FNB first auto fleet cards (Renewal, cancellation, additions)

• EPR levy calculation and submission 

• ESG Reporting (Water, electricity, gas petrol and waste reporting per quarterly)

• Assist in the preparation and monitoring of budgets and forecasts

• Oversee the quarterly stock take, including investigation of discrepancies

• Assist with audit preparations and ensure compliance with financial controls

• Maintain and improve financial reporting systems and processes

• Ensure all financial records are maintained in accordance with company policies

• Assist the Financial Manager as and when required

• Any other reasonable related functions

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

3–5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment is preferable.

Professional qualification: Diploma in Cost & Management Accounting or Bookkeeping Qualification from a Reputable Institution

Strong knowledge of cost accounting and inventory management is preferable

Experience in preparing management accounts and financial reporting

ERP system experience (Syspro preferable)

MS Office skills

Knowledge of financial controls and compliance requirements

SKILLS:

Strong analytical skills

Microsoft Excel skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Strong planning and organizational abilities

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

High level of accuracy and attention to detail 

Good problem-solving and decision-making skills