Senior Bookkeeper

Description:

Job Summary:
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of maintaining accurate financial records, work independently and managing the full function day-to-day financial transactions. The role requires a high level of attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to maintaining financial integrity.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Maintain accurate financial records and ensure all transactions are properly documented.
Capture and process financial transactions in Syspro efficiently.
Manage and reconcile the general ledger to ensure accuracy.
Process invoices, banking transactions, payments (local and foreign), and receipts.
Supervise the Debtors accounting processes and personnel.
Reconcile Debtors accounts and ensure timely collections.
Process cash sales banking and reconciliations.
Capture customer payments accurately.
Conduct credit control to manage overdue accounts.
Perform new customer credit checks and assess creditworthiness.
Maintain the cashbook and reconcile company bank statements.
Full Creditors function
Identify and resolve any discrepancies in financial transactions.
Manage petty cash transactions and reconciliations.
Calculate wages, overtime, and statutory deductions.
Prepare and submit PAYE, UIF, and SDL returns in compliance with SARS regulations.
Handle month-end journal entries and adjustments.
Prepare and submit VAT201, provisional tax, and annual tax returns.
Ensure SARS compliance across all tax-related filings.
Prepare income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.
Assist management with financial analysis, forecasting, and budgeting.
Maintain and enforce financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
Assist with internal and external audits, liaising with accountants and auditors.
Maintain the Fixed Asset Register and track asset movements.
Manage insurance claims and fleet card transactions.

Requirements:

Requirements:
Minimum 5 years bookkeeping experience, preferably with exposure to international trade.

Relevant Finance/Accounting qualification
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices
Great attention to detail. Committed and reliable.
Good communication, organisational and planning skills.
Ability to manage time, work independently, and implement processes and procedures.
Proficient with SYSPRO and MS Office (essential)
Ability to work under pressure.
Confidentiality and trustworthiness