Job Title: Bookkeeper
Company:SydSen
Job description: A company in Honeydew is hiring a hands-on Bookkeeper!Start date: April 2025
Salary: R350k CTC – R450k CTCCompany Overview We are a dynamic business operating across two main operational companies and two property companies. Our team consists of 40 staff members, and we are looking for an experienced, hands-on finance professional to join our five-person management team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in our financial operations, working closely with managers and staff daily.Role Summary We seek a highly experienced bookkeeper to manage the full bookkeeping function up to trial balance. The role requires a strong communicator with excellent attention to detail. While qualifications are beneficial, extensive experience in a similar role is more important. The bookkeeper will oversee a small finance team and manage various administrative functions.Key Responsibilities
- Full Bookkeeping Function: Manage all aspects of bookkeeping up to trial balance.
- Accounting Software: Must be highly proficient in Pastel.
- Payroll & Wages: Manage salaries and wages on VIP.
- Banking: Full banking function on ABSA, including managing the banking cash focus package, loading all transfers, and managing accounts (final transfer releases/approvals handled by management).
- Client-Related SAP Work: Some exposure to SAP is required, but training and handover will be provided.
- Audit & Compliance: Work closely with external accountants/auditors who review financials monthly and compile management accounts.
- Team Management: Supervise and provide guidance to:
- Creditors Clerk/Buyer
- Receptionist (who assists with admin, staff accommodation bookings, exports, etc.)
- Cleaner/Tea Lady
- Daily Interaction: Engage with the management team and staff to ensure smooth financial operations.
Candidate Requirements
- Minimum 5+ years of hands-on bookkeeping experience in a similar role.
- Strong working knowledge of Pastel (essential).
- Experience with VIP Payroll (essential).
- Exposure to SAP is beneficial but not required (training will be provided).
- Solid understanding of banking and cash management on ABSA.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication skills ability to interact with managers and staff daily.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling multiple responsibilities.
- Must reside within 20km of the office for practical transport reasons.
What We Offer
- A key role in a stable and growing company.
- Close collaboration with senior management.
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- A supportive and dynamic work environment.
If you meet the above criteria and are looking for a hands-on, responsible role in a well-established company, we encourage you to apply!
Expected salary: R350000 – 450000 per year
Location: West Rand, Gauteng
Job date: Sat, 08 Mar 2025 08:55:19 GMT
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