Senior BookkeeperFinance Administrator
East London - South Africa
Job Summary
A well-established group operating across the fuel pharmaceutical hospitality and property sectors is seeking a highly organised and detail-driven Senior Bookkeeper / Finance Administrator to support the Director and Accountant.
This is a dynamic multi-entity environment requiring a candidate who can take ownership of financial processes while maintaining exceptional accuracy and organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Bookkeeping & Finance:
- Full bookkeeping function and monthly reporting using Sage Intacct
- Bank reconciliations and transaction management across multiple entities
- Processing payments invoices receipts deposits and refunds
- Preparing and posting journals (including interest and loan structures)
- Managing intercompany transactions
- Preparing weekly payables and receivables reports
Administration & Operational Support:
- Calendar and meeting coordination for management
- Professional email communication
- Filing and document management across entities
Minimum Requirements
- Minimum 3 years experience in a senior bookkeeping / finance role
- Strong proficiency in Sage (Sage Intacct advantageous)
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Solid understanding of South African tax VAT and SARS eFiling
- Experience with multi-entity bookkeeping and intercompany transactions
- Strong knowledge of accounting fundamentals (debits credits trial balance management accounts)
- Experience with creditors and debtors age analysis
- Valid drivers licence
- Clear credit record and contactable references
Key Competencies
- Exceptional attention to detail and financial accuracy
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities across entities
- Professional communication skills (verbal and written)
- Self-driven with a high level of accountability
What Were Looking For
A meticulous and reliable finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced multi-entity environment and takes full ownership of their work across both financial and administrative functions.
Should you meet the requirements email your CV to
- Cost Accounting
- Creditors
- Debtors
- Finance
- Sage
- Tax
Required Experience:
Senior IC