Bookkeeper
Communicate Finance
About the role
Reference: CTF022619-JL-1
Join a long‑established agricultural supplier as their Accountant, taking ownership of end‑to‑end finance operations in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment. You will manage reconciliations, invoicing, payroll and statutory submissions while ensuring accuracy across multiple entities. This opportunity is perfect for a detail‑driven finance professional with strong Excel ability and minimum of 3–5 years of solid accounting experience. Duties & Responsibilities
Full creditors, debtors, bank and balance‑sheet reconciliations Intercompany reconciliations and multi‑entity transaction reviews Process and check financial data in Sage, ensure accuracy of all inputs Prepare VAT reconciliations and submissions Prepare payments, review expenses, and manage weekly/monthly payment cycles Perform month‑to‑month and year‑to‑year financial comparisons Manage payroll for up to 100 employees across multiple shifts using SimplePay Generate and send daily invoices, manage weekly and monthly reconciliation processes Maintain control of inventory and packaging, reconcile stock and packaging usage Handle supplier/customer queries and general office finance interactions Ensure sufficient daily cash availability and maintain proper financial controls Prepare documentation for audit purposes and assist with AFS processes Work closely with the Finance Manager on reporting and finance operations Support office requirements such as maintenance, supplies, and admin where needed
Skills & Experience: Minimum 3–5 years accounting/bookkeeping experience - commercial or agricultural environment advantageous Advanced Excel Strong Sage experience - non‑negotiable Strong reconciliations - bank, creditors, debtors, intercompany, stock Experience processing payroll on SimplePay Familiarity with VAT, EMP201, EMP501, UIF, COIDA submissions Ability to work in a high‑volume, detail‑driven environment Strong problem‑solving, initiative and ability to adapt easily Must have own reliable transport
Qualification: Accounting Diploma or BCom Accounting / Finance OR Equivalent Designation Advantageous
Contact Joshua Lawrence on 021 418 1750, quoting the Ref: CTF022619.
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R 300 000 - R 360 000 - Annually
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