Senior Bookkeeper (accountant)

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description

Crunch the Numbers, Not the Gears! Join a Global Giant in JHB East. Are you an Accountant who balances more than just the books? A number ninja with a knack for international chat? Then gear up, this one's for you! Our client, a multinational machine manufacturing powerhouse, is looking for a detail-driven Accountant to join their tight-knit South African team based in JHB East. With global operations and local warmth, this company is all about precision, passion, and people and they're looking for someone who's in it for the long haul (yes, even until retirement!)
Duties Will Include (But Are Not Limited to):

  • Maintain financial records up to balance sheet
  • General ledger maintenance
  • Accounts receivable and payable processing and reconciliations
  • Bank and payment preparation and reconciliations
  • Foreign exchange transactions
  • Credit card statements and expense claim reconciliations
  • Process monthly journals and adjustments
  • Maintain the fixed asset register
  • Assist with month-end and year-end processes
  • Quotations, orders and invoices
  • Stock preparation and distribution, and plan and oversee stock takes
Education Requirements:
  • Completed Matric (Grade 12)
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in accounting or finance
Job Requirements and Skills:
  • 15+ years' experience in an accounting position essential
  • Sage or Pastel Evolution knowledge preferred
  • Knowledge of foreign transactions
  • Proficient in MS packages
  • Deadline driven
  • Ability to work in a high pressure, fast-paced environment
  • Team player
What you'll bring to the factory floor:
  • A solid accounting background and a love for accuracy
  • Top-notch communication skills. You're as comfortable with Excel as you are with emails to Europe
  • A long-term mindset. This team is a family, not a pitstop
Why you'll love it:
  • Stable, long-term opportunity with a company that values loyalty
  • Small team, big impact, your voice will be heard
  • Exposure to international business without needing a passport
  • Supportive, down-to-earth leadership who actually care
Apply now!
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For more information, contact:
Elzette Hood
Senior Recruitment Specialist: Finance and Audit
012 348 4940
For more information please contact:
Elzette Hood

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1456402
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    R600000 - 680000 per year
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned