Senior Bookkeeper

We are seeking a candidate who "knows the job inside out," possesses the maturity to manage office operations without supervision, and takes immense pride in maintaining a clean, compliant, and current set of books.

Key Responsibilities

• Full Bookkeeping Cycle: Execute the complete accounting function through to Trial Balance, ensuring meticulous accuracy in all financial records.
  

• Statutory Compliance: Manage the end-to-end SARS e-Filing process, including the preparation and submission of VAT (VAT201) and PAYE (EMP201).
  

• Cash Flow & Ledger Management: Direct all accounts payable and receivable, perform rigorous bank reconciliations, and provide daily cash flow monitoring.
  

• Construction Financial Control: Drive job costing and project expense tracking specifically across electrical and maintenance contracts to ensure project profitability.
  

• Management Reporting: Compile comprehensive monthly management reports and maintain the fixed asset register.
  

• Audit & Year-End: Proactively prepare the year-end audit file to ensure a seamless external review process.
  

• Commercial Support: Utilise advanced Excel skills to maintain cost schedules and pricing models that support tender and quotation submissions.
  

• Office Administration: Lead all office administrative functions, serving as the central point of coordination for the business.
  

Requirements

• Experience: Significant experience as a Bookkeeper, specifically within the construction, engineering, or maintenance industries.
  

• Bcom or similar qualification 
  

• Technical Mastery: Deep, practical knowledge of bookkeeping principles—this is a "hit the ground running" role that requires immediate independence.
  

• Management Capability: Proven ability to manage office administration and processes without needing to be managed yourself.
  

• Attention to Detail: A disciplined approach to compliance and a commitment to keeping financial records up to date.
  

Required Software Skills

• Xero: Advanced proficiency is essential for daily financial management.
  

• Microsoft Excel: High-level capability for cost scheduling and financial modelling.
  

• SARS e-Filing: Expert-level navigation for all statutory submissions.
  

• Sage Pastel: Proficiency in managing the full cycle through to Trial Balance.
  

Benefits