Accountant/Senior Bookkeeper
Role
Accountant/Senior Bookkeeper
Location
Waterfront, Cape Town
Industry
Art and Design
A successful design business is seeking a suitably qualified skilled Accountant / Senior Bookkeeper to join their finance team. In this position, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the completeness and accuracy of the company's financial records.
This full-time, in-office role reports to the Financial Director.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounting Records: Maintain accurate and complete accounting records for 3 group entities.
Purchase Orders: Raise and manage POs for the Group, ensuring consistent accounting treatment of costs.
Cash Payments: Process weekly cash payments for 2 group entities.
Controls and Processing: Implement effective controls and processes within the Group.
Cashbook Processing: Process daily cashbook entries for 3 group entities.
AP/Creditors: Manage the creditors books for 3 group entities.
Support to Management Accountant: Provide support to the Management Accountant as needed
Requirements:
Completed B.Com Accounting or similar.
5 years' experience as an Accountant or Senior Bookkeeper.
Exceptional Excel skills.
Fastidious attention to detail, record keeping, and accuracy.
Ability to problem-solve, multi-task, and work under pressure.
Xero experience preferred.
Nimble and adaptive thinking.
Independent working methods requiring decision-making, responsibility, and accountability.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
Teamwork skills and the ability to plan, lead, and motivate.
A commitment to confidentiality at all times.
Big-picture thinking and a desire to contribute to the growth and development of the company's brand and goals.