Job Description

A leading scientific services and testing partner for the agricultural and life sciences industries is seeking a detail-driven Bookkeeper to be responsible for managing financial records, transactions, reporting, and related administrative tasks to support accurate and efficient financial operations.
Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a National Senior Certificate with a tertiary Bookkeeping/Accounting qualification (NQF 5+)
• Minimum 3-5 years' bookkeeping/finance admin experience
• Sage, Pastel, and Excel proficiency are essential
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Experience in agriculture/lab/food testing is an advantage
• Must have knowledge of stock control and project costing
• Demonstrated strong organisational and administrative skills, with effective communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Must have the ability to maintain high integrity and confidentiality
• Fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English (Read, Write, Speak)

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Capturing and maintaining accurate financial records (Sage/Pastel).
• Managing petty cash and filing of financial documents.
• Handling accounts payable and receivable, including POs, invoices, payments, and reconciliations.
• Preparing debtor and creditor ageing reports.
• Supporting management with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Tracking income from laboratory testing and agricultural services.
• Assisting with audits and providing supporting documents.
• Managing procurement verification and inventory reconciliations.
• Administering reimbursements, travel claims, and leave records.

Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into only with the shortlisted candidates. If you do not receive any feedback from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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