Senior Bookkeeper
- Cape Town, Western Cape
- Permanent
- Full-time
Ready to make your mark in the fast-moving world of energy?Our client , a thriving, future-focused company based in the buzzing heart of Cape Town’s CBD is on the hunt for a driven and energetic finance star to join their dynamic team.
This is more than just a numbers job, it’s your chance to step into a role where your impact is felt, your ideas are valued, and your career can soar.REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 3 years proven experience in a bookkeeping role
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Proficiency in accounting software and spreadsheets
- High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential financial data
- Accurate and timely financial recordkeeping and reporting
- Solid understanding of tax principles and accounting standards
- Experience with reconciliations, fixed asset management, and audit preparation
- Ability to identify and correct errors proactively
- Knowledge of internal controls and compliance processes
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with various departments
- Adaptable and eager to learn new systems, tools, and regulations
- Committed to consistent performance and meeting deadlines
- Accurately entering all daily financial activities, including revenue, expenses, purchases, sales, invoices, and payments, into the accounting system.
- Processing and tracking invoices from suppliers and vendors
- Ensuring timely payments to avoid late fees and maintain good vendor relationships
- Reconciling vendor statements
- Regularly comparing the company's internal financial records with bank statements to ensure accuracy and identify any discrepancies
- Maintaining and updating the company's general ledger, which is the main record of all financial transaction
- Assist in preparation of quarterly management accounts of Project Companies.
- Assisting with the preparation of tax returns by ensuring accurate and organized financial records. This often involves working closely with Accountants
- Understanding the financial implications and reporting requirements related to these incentives
- Assist with depreciation and amortization calculations.