Westville: Bookkeeper posted by Manuchar SA

Job Title: Bookkeeper

Location: First Floor, Office 4, 13 The Boulevard, Westway Office Park, Durban, KZN

Reports to: Head of Controlling and Reporting

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our Finance Team in Durban, supporting the Chemical Logistics & Distribution and Investment Property entities. The role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and assisting the finance department with reporting and reconciliations.

About Manuchar

Manuchar is a recognized leader in the distribution of raw chemicals, international trade, and logistics, with an end-to-end supply chain offering in emerging markets. With over 35 years of experience and a presence in more than 160 locations worldwide, we pride ourselves on reliability, partnership, and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare accruals, deferrals, provisions, and journal entries.
• Prepare and process certain intercompany transactions.
• Review and reconcile bank, debtors, creditors and inventory, to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records.
• Prepare and file VAT returns.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Assist with compliance with accounting and tax regulations.
• Assist with audits, budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc financial support.

Requirements

Qualifications & Knowledge

• Grade 12 (minimum).
• Bookkeeping certificate, VAT course certificate.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, accounting practices, and finance policies.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years hands-on bookkeeping experience.

Skills & Attributes

• High attention to accuracy and detail.
• Strong numeracy, reporting, and analytical skills.
• Ability to interpret financial information.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

What We Offer

At Manuchar, our people are our greatest asset. We offer an inspiring, international working environment where every individual plays an active role in our success story.