Location: Robertsham, Johannesburg South (On-site)
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent (Available Immediately)
Remuneration: R27,000 – R35,000 Gross per month (Negotiable based on experience)
About the Opportunity
Are you an experienced Senior Bookkeeper or Accountant who thrives in a dynamic SME environment? Our client, a growing business based in Robertsham, is seeking an exceptionally organized and dual-skilled Senior Bookkeeper / Accountant to act as the direct right-hand to the General Manager and Financial Manager.
This is a comprehensive, hands-on role taking complete ownership of senior bookkeeping through to trial balance, end-to-end payroll, and general HR administration as the company expands.
Key Responsibilities
1. Senior Bookkeeping & General Ledger
- Financial Records: Maintain complete and accurate financial records through to trial balance (and preparation for management accounts/financial statements).
- Reconciliations: Perform month-end reconciliations, balance sheet accounts management, and complex ledger adjustments.
- Compliance: Ensure absolute accounting accuracy and strict adherence to relevant accounting standards.
- Operational Support: Provide backup support for Debtors and Creditors functions during leave or peak operational cycles.
2. Payroll & HR Administration
- End-to-End Payroll: Process monthly payroll, tax calculations (PAYE, UIF, SDL), and submit SARS returns (EMP201 and EMP501 reconciliations).
- HR Support: Oversee leave administration, contract generation, and maintain detailed personnel records.
- Compliance: Ensure ongoing alignment with the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) and internal company policies.
3. Operational & Team Engagement
- Serve as the primary operational support to the Financial Lead and General Manager.
- Build strong, collaborative relationships across all internal departments and team levels.
Candidate Profile & Requirements
- Experience: Proven track record in a Senior Bookkeeper or Accountant role within an SME environment.
- Dual Expertise: Strong, hands-on competency in both senior accounting/finance and end-to-end payroll/HR administration.
- Systems Proficiency: Solid working knowledge of Sage Evolution and Sage/Pastel Payroll.
- Qualifications: A National Diploma, Higher Certificate, or Degree in Accounting/Financial Management (or ICBA equivalent, NQF 5/6+) is highly preferred.
- Interpersonal Skills: A mature, emotionally intelligent communicator capable of establishing rapport across all levels of the business.
- Location & Transport: Must reside within a 30 km radius of Robertsham and possess reliable personal transport.
How to Apply
If you meet the requirements and are ready to step into a pivotal role supporting business growth, we would love to hear from you.