Senior Bookkeeper

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Financial reporting, managing operating capital, the accounting function, implementing SOP’s and improving internal financial controls. Supervising and supporting the finance team
2. Financial reporting: Collate, prepare and interpret reports
3. Supervise the accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions
4. Inventory control and management
5. Ensuring tax compliance and compliance with statutory regulations
6. Supervising the audit process and ensuring financial statements are completed
7. Managing budgets and variance analysis
8. Implement, enhance and oversee internal controls and SOP’s
9. Liaising with managerial level staff and third-party stakeholders

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Minimum of 4 years of experience in a similar role
2. Sound understanding of the finance function and a hands-on approach
3. Minimum of 4 years of experience on Sage 50/ Sage 200 or similar system
4. Previous experience in the FMCG, Fast Food or Retail sectors
5. Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organisation
6. Strong presentation skills
7. Microsoft Office experience
8. Cost accounting experience
9. Diploma in Financial Management / Accounting qualification
10. Valid code 8 driver’s license