Gauteng: Senior Bookkeeper posted by Network Finance

Our client is a multinational manufacturing conglomerate with a strong global footprint and established operations in South Africa. Known for operational excellence and high-volume activity, the business offers stability, structure and long-term career potential. Based in Johannesburg East, the Senior Bookkeeper (Accountant) will take responsibility for maintaining accurate financial records up to balance sheet level, supporting month-end processes and ensuring strong financial control across inventory, transactions and reconciliations.

A senior, hands-on accounting role where your experience is valued, your input matters, and your work underpins a large-scale manufacturing operation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain financial records up to balance sheet
• Manage general ledger maintenance and reconciliations
• Process and reconcile accounts receivable and payable
• Prepare and reconcile bank payments and bank accounts
• Process foreign exchange transactions
• Reconcile credit cards and expense claims
• Prepare monthly journals and adjustments
• Maintain the fixed asset register
• Support month-end and year-end close processes
• Manage inventory control systems and processes
• Oversee quotations, orders, invoicing and stock preparation
• Plan and manage stock takes

Job Experience & Skills Required:

• Completed Matric (Grade 12)
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance
• 15+ years experience in an accounting / bookkeeping role (essential)
• Experience within manufacturing or high-volume environments advantageous
• Strong exposure to foreign currency transactions
• Working knowledge of Sage or Pastel Evolution (preferred)
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel
• Strong reconciliation and problem-solving skills
• Highly organised and deadline-driven
• Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative team player with a hands-on approach

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I also specialise in recruiting in the following:

• Financial Managers
• Financial Accountants
• Management Accountants
• Financial Controllers
• Cost Accountants
• Payroll
• All Finance C-Suite roles

If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.

For more information, contact:
Elzette Hood
Senior Specialist Recruitment Consultant
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