Johannesburg: Senior Bookkeeper | Centurion, Gauteng | Permanent posted by Edgexec (Pty) Ltd

Join a growing business where accuracy, organisation, and financial control are essential to operational success. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced bookkeeping professional who enjoys working in a dynamic, high-volume environment and taking ownership of the full finance function across multiple entities.

The company is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper to manage the complete bookkeeping and financial administration function within a complex multi-company structure. This hands-on role requires an individual who is comfortable managing large transaction volumes, maintaining financial accuracy, and working closely with directors to support business operations.

The successful candidate will oversee daily bookkeeping activities, reconcile multiple accounts, manage prepaid electricity transactions, support statutory compliance requirements, and prepare management reports that contribute to informed business decision-making. This role offers significant responsibility and the opportunity to become a key member of the organisation’s finance team.

Our client operates within the utilities and energy sector, providing specialised monitoring and energy management solutions to corporate clients, residential developments, and body corporates. They are known for their service-driven approach, operational excellence, and long-standing client relationships.

What You’ll Do

Manage the full bookkeeping function using QuickBooks across multiple entities
Process and reconcile high-volume financial transactions
Administer prepaid electricity accounts for corporate clients and body corporates
Allocate transactions accurately between related entities
Manage financial records across group company structures
Oversee and maintain approximately 400 body corporate agreements
Liaise with meter reading service providers and external stakeholders
Manage light inventory and stock control functions
Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports
Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate financial records
Perform creditor and debtor reconciliations
Support VAT, payroll, and statutory compliance processes
Assist directors with financial reporting and operational requirements

What You Bring

Proven experience as a Senior Bookkeeper or Financial Accountant
Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks is essential
Experience within a high-volume transaction environment
Solid understanding of bookkeeping principles and financial controls
Experience managing multiple entities and inter-company transactions
Strong reconciliation and reporting skills
Knowledge of VAT, payroll, and statutory compliance requirements
Experience within prepaid electricity, utilities, or energy-related industries is advantageous
Experience working with body corporates or property-related accounting is beneficial
Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail
Professional maturity and confidence when engaging with directors and stakeholders

What Success Looks Like

Accurate and timely processing of high-volume transactions
Well-maintained financial records across all entities
Effective management of prepaid electricity accounts and body corporate agreements
Timely completion of reconciliations and management reporting
Compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
Strong relationships with service providers and stakeholders
Efficient support provided to directors and operational teams
Continuous improvement of financial administration processes