Job Description

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Job Overview

Expiration date:

4 July 2025

Location:

Somerset West, Western Cape

Job Title:

Accountant / Senior Bookkeeper

Education Level:

Diploma

Job Level:

Intermediate

Minimum Experience:

3 - 5 Years

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Accountant / Senior Bookkeeper required in Somerset West.

Are you an experienced Accountant looking for a new career opportunity in Somerset West in the Western Cape? Our national client is looking for a detail orientated individual and if you have experience in retail this will be highly advantageous.



A solid team player, communication skills in English and Afrikaans, with sound financial experience is required to add value to this retail concern reporting to the Group Financial Manager at Head Office.



Hours: Monday to Friday 8 - 5 pm, alternate Saturdays 8 - 1 pm.

Requirements:

Matric, relevant accounting qualification, Diploma or Degree essential Accounting practical training completed Communication skills in both English and Afrikaans Excellent computer skills: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & Outlook) Experience working on accounting systems A team player with good interpersonal skills Deadline orientated Highly organised and detail-oriented with strong financial acumen and excellent time management skills Results driven with strong communication skills

Duties and Responsibilities:

Financial processing including monitoring and reporting on debtors and creditors Responsible for financial processing. monitoring and reporting on debtors and creditors Processing of daily banking/ cashbook Facilitate bank payments and be responsible for bank reconciliations Oversee daily banking and cash up procedures VAT reconciliations General ledger and cash book reconciliations Balance sheet and income statement journals Reconciling of financial records for reporting purposes to Financial Manager Prepare and examine financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations. Manage accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and budgeting processes. Prepare accurate financial reports. Collaborate with financial manager during financial audits. Ensure all overtime, leave etc. is recorded accurately for Head Office Work to be completed within the required standards and timeframes Analysis, data management and preparation of Excel spreadsheets * Oversee processes and effectiveness of financial reporting