Bookkeeper

Vacancy: Bookkeeper Location: Vereeniging MID562 Company Overview: A leading logistics company is seeking a highly experienced and hands-on Bookkeeper to join their finance team. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of financial expertise, high-volume creditors experience, and the ability to lead, improve and manage financial systems and processes within the Automotive industry. Minimum Requirements: Educational Background: National Senior Certificate ICB Financial Accounting Experience: 10 years in finance roles with a minimum of 3–5 years in a senior/supervisory finance role Experience managing a creditors book between R50–R80 million Hands-on experience with high-value cashbook management Proven team leadership (supervised 7 finance/admin staff) Automotive industry experience highly advantageous Computer Systems & Software: Advanced Excel – Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Financial Modelling Pastel , SAP , Outlook . Strong ERP and financial systems experience Key Duties & Responsibilities: Full-function finance and creditors management , including processing, reconciliations, dispute resolution, and supplier payments Oversee intercompany transactions , depreciation management , and fixed asset registers Perform monthly reconciliations , journal entries, and cashbook management Ensure accurate SARS submissions including PAYE, VAT201, EMP201, IRP and statutory compliance Handle full cash flow planning , forecasting , and budget preparation Supervise ordering, loading, and tracking of stock and inventory , with full control over stock and cost management Ensure compliance with IFRS and GAAP , audit preparation, and internal controls Maintain strong vendor relationships , negotiate terms, and ensure timely payment processing Lead and mentor a finance team (creditors/debtors/admin), ensuring accuracy and efficiency Drive digital and systems transformation projects, enhancing reporting and workflow automation Core Competencies: Full Finance Function & Systems Management High-Volume Creditors & Debtors Oversight Advanced MS Excel & SAP Proficiency Fixed Assets & Depreciation Intercompany Transactions & Reconciliations Budgeting, Forecasting & Reporting Journal Entries & High-Value Cashbook Management SARS Submissions (PAYE, VAT201, EMP201, IRP) Cash Flow & Cost Management Stock Control, Ordering & Inventory Tracking Vendor Communication & Payment Management Internal Controls & Audit Compliance Team Leadership & Cross-Department Collaboration

Location: Vereeniging, ZA

Posted Date: 7/28/2025