Bookkeeper (JB5137)

White River, Mpumalanga
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Company Description:
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Contract Type:
Full Time
Experience Required:
3 to 4 years
Education Level:
Bachelor
Number of vacancies:
1

Job Description

Bookkeeper (JB5137)
White River, Mpumalanga
R25 – 30 000 CTC per month
Permanent

A well-established company in White River is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to oversee the Debtors and Creditors departments, ensure financial accuracy, and manage key accounting functions. The ideal candidate must have a solid accounting background, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work within tight deadlines. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented and organized bookkeeper who thrives in a structured environment. If you meet the requirements and are looking for a Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 15:00 position in White River, apply today!

Minimum Requirements:
Diploma or degree in Accounting, Bookkeeping, or a related field
Minimum 5 years of experience in bookkeeping, including full financial function
Proficiency in Pastel Accounting, Google Sheets, and financial reconciliations
Strong understanding of management accounts, journals, and statutory compliance
Experience with bank reconciliations, particularly for COD transactions
Ability to prepare accurate financials for auditors for year-end reporting
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Duties and Responsibilities:
Oversee Debtors & Creditors Departments – Ensure accurate processing and collections
Bank Reconciliations – Maintain tight accuracy, particularly on COD transactions
Financial Queries & Guidance – Support Debtors, Admin, and Invoicing teams
Monthly Management Accounts – Ensure reports are accurate and submitted on time
Month-End Sales Comparisons – Reconcile Pastel vs. Blue Books
Google Sheets Management – Maintain financial tracking and analysis
Credit Notes Oversight – Ensure approvals and sign-off
Journal Entries – Process and review financial journals
Statutory Compliance – Complete all company statutory obligations accurately
Year-End Preparation – Provide precise financial figures to auditors

Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.

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Salary:
R 30 000,00 Monthly