Accountant / Senior Bookkeeper

About the role

Our client seeks a meticulous Accountant / Senior Bookkeeper to oversee the full accounting cycle for two company branches in Johannesburg. The role involves managing day‑to‑day bookkeeping, preparing financial statements, and ensuring statutory compliance across both locations.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain the complete bookkeeping function up to trial balance and financial statements for both branches.
• Prepare and analyse financial statements, supporting month‑end and year‑end close processes.
• Perform general ledger reconciliations, inventory accounting, and stock reconciliations.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and cash‑book processing.
• Handle VAT submissions and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Provide financial reporting and analysis for management decision‑making.

Required profile

• National Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Bookkeeping or a related field (advantageous).
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Proven experience overseeing financial administration for multiple branches.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and organisational abilities.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and communicate effectively.

Required skills

• Advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Working knowledge of SAP Business One.
• Working knowledge of Sage accounting software.