Job Description

Bookkeeper (Junior)2025-03-25 - 2025-04-30PermanentCPT001775FinancialWestern Cape, StellenboschMy client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Bookkeeper to join their finance team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in managing their accounts payable process, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely payments to our creditors.Key responsibilities include:

• Verify accuracy of invoice and GRV, authorizing signature before entry of invoices and credit notes on Xero.
• Reconciling supplier statements to the accounts payable ledger and resolving discrepancies.
• Preparing payment runs.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date creditor accounts, including contact information and payment terms.
• Handling queries from suppliers and internal departments regarding payments, invoices, and account statuses.
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures and applicable regulatory requirements
• Assisting in the preparation of month-end accounts payable reports for review
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial closing activities.
• Assist with various administrative duties as needed

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric / Grade 12 (Mathematics & Accounting Essential)
• Bookkeeping Diploma or equivalent advantageous.
• Minimum 3 years experience as a Creditors Clerk or similar role.
• Sound knowledge of Creditors and Debtors.
• Proficiency in accounting software, Xero would be advantageous.
• Proficient in MS Office with strong Excel skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to ensure deadlines are meet.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

***Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted***

Merand Recruitment