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SENIOR BOOKKEEPER - R 55k - R 60k pm - CBD, Cape Town

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Job Description - SENIOR BOOKKEEPER - R 55k - R 60k pm - CBD, Cape Town

SENIOR BOOKKEEPER - R 55 -60k pm - CBD, Cape Town

A well -established, multi -entity business with a national footprint is looking to appoint a capable Senior Bookkeeper to support and maintain its core finance function. The role suits someone who works confidently and independently, maintains strong control of the numbers, and values being trusted with real responsibility. It offers a high degree of autonomy in running the finance function, direct collaboration with the owner on cash flow and decision support, a stable operating environment, and the opportunity to add genuine commercial value through insight and financial discipline.

Scope of the role includes:

  • Ownership of the bookkeeping function through to Trial Balance

  • Preparation of monthly management packs, including income statements and supporting schedules

  • Ongoing processing of income and supplier transactions

  • Monitoring and follow -up of outstanding balances

  • Monthly bank and cash reconciliations

  • Review of monthly commission and payroll inputs

  • Preparation of statutory returns and related payments

  • Assisting with cash flow planning, budgets, and audit processes

  • Liaison with external accountants and auditors when required



Requirements

Experience required:

  • 8+ yrs experience in a senior bookkeeping capacity

  • Confident working across multiple entities or operational divisions

  • Working knowledge of Sage Pastel Partner and payroll systems

  • Solid Excel and general MS Office capability

  • Comfortable in a trusted, hands -on role with minimal oversight



Benefits


  • High level of trust and autonomy
    You will run the finance function day to day, with the space to apply your own structure, discipline, and improvements without constant oversight.



  • Direct access to the owner
    The role works closely with the business owner on cash flow, reporting, and decision support, allowing you to influence outcomes rather than simply report numbers.



  • Stable, established environment
    The business is well -established with predictable activity, making this a role for someone who values control, consistency, and getting things done properly.



  • Opportunity to add commercial value
    Beyond core bookkeeping, there is scope to contribute insights, tighten processes, and support better financial decision -making over time.




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