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Senior Bookkeeper
South AfricaFull-time
South African Rand (ZAR)
Senior-Level
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We are seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to take ownership of the company's bookkeeping and payroll functions. This is a hands-on role responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing payroll, resolving payroll and billing enquiries, and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the finance function.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently while maintaining the highest levels of accuracy, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage all day-to-day bookkeeping functions.
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure all financial transactions are recorded correctly.
- Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and financial records.
- Assist with month-end and year-end financial processes.
- Maintain organized financial documentation and filing systems.
- Ensure compliance with company financial policies and procedures.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiencies.
- Process payroll accurately and on time.
- Ensure payroll is processed in accordance with company policies and relevant legislation.
- Prepare payroll reports as required.
- Manage bookkeeping and payroll using QuickBooks and/or Sage.
- Ensure accurate data entry and financial reporting.
- Maintain organized and audit-ready financial records.
- Support continuous improvements to financial systems and processes.
- Take ownership of the bookkeeping and payroll function.
- Support the onboarding and training of future finance team members should the team expand.
- Share knowledge and contribute to the continuous improvement of finance processes and procedures.
Requirements
- Senior-level experience in bookkeeping and payroll.
- Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks and/or Sage.
- Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and payroll administration.
- Ability to independently manage the company's bookkeeping and payroll functions.
- Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
- High level of integrity with the ability to handle confidential financial and employee information.
- Calm, patient, and empathetic approach when assisting employees with payroll or billing enquiries.
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