Bookkeeper

Bookkeeper (full financial function) - West Rand - Gauteng A company in Honeydew is hiring a hands-on Bookkeeper!
Start date: April 2025 Salary: R350k CTC - R450k CTC  Company Overview We are a dynamic business operating across two main operational companies and two property companies.
Our team consists of 40 staff members, and we are looking for an experienced, hands-on finance professional to join our five-person management team.
The ideal candidate will play a critical role in our financial operations, working closely with managers and staff daily.
Role Summary We seek a highly experienced bookkeeper to manage the full bookkeeping function up to trial balance.
The role requires a strong communicator with excellent attention to detail.
While qualifications are beneficial, extensive experience in a similar role is more important.
The bookkeeper will oversee a small finance team and manage various administrative functions.
Key Responsibilities Full Bookkeeping Function: Manage all aspects of bookkeeping up to trial balance.
Accounting Software: Must be highly proficient in Pastel.
Payroll & Wages: Manage salaries and wages on VIP.
Banking: Full banking function on ABSA, including managing the banking cash focus package, loading all transfers, and managing accounts (final transfer releases/approvals handled by management).
Client-Related SAP Work: Some exposure to SAP is required, but training and handover will be provided.
Audit & Compliance: Work closely with external accountants/auditors who review financials monthly and compile management accounts.
Team Management: Supervise and provide guidance to: Creditors Clerk/Buyer Receptionist (who assists with admin, staff accommodation bookings, exports, etc.)
Cleaner/Tea Lady Daily Interaction: Engage with the management team and staff to ensure smooth financial operations.
Candidate Requirements Minimum 5+ years of hands-on bookkeeping experience in a similar role.
Strong working knowledge of Pastel (essential).
Experience with VIP Payroll (essential).
Exposure to SAP is beneficial but not required (training will be provided).
Solid understanding of banking and cash management on ABSA.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Excellent communication skills – ability to interact with managers and staff daily.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling multiple responsibilities.
Must reside within 20km of the office for practical transport reasons.
What We Offer A key role in a stable and growing company.
Close collaboration with senior management.
Competitive salary based on experience.
A supportive and dynamic work environment.
If you meet the above criteria and are looking for a hands-on, responsible role in a well-established company, we encourage you to apply!