Bookkeeping Manager

SUMMARY:
If you can manage the full bookkeeping function and has at least 2 years experience in leading a team of Bookkeepers, join a professional services firm that delivers tailored accounting, tax, secretarial, and payroll solutions to over 1,000 clients across South Africa.

POSITION INFO:
You will be responsible for managing the full bookkeeping function up to trial balance, overseeing junior finance staff, and ensuring accurate financial records and reconciliations.

The role requires a detail-oriented and experienced finance professional with strong leadership skills to manage daily finance operations, ensure compliance, and support month-end and year-end close processes.

Bookkeeping & Financial Processing

• Full function bookkeeping to trial balance, including processing journals, accruals, and adjustments
• Oversee and approve accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
• Maintain the general ledger and perform month-end reconciliations
• Manage fixed asset register, depreciation calculations, and ensure asset compliance
• Prepare and submit VAT, PAYE, and other statutory returns
• Support the preparation of management accounts and financial reports

• Supervise and mentor a team of junior finance staff or bookkeepers
• Allocate and review tasks, set performance targets, and provide training as needed
• Implement and maintain financial procedures, controls, and reporting systems
• Ensure accurate and timeous reporting by the team
• Act as point of contact for internal and external finance queries

• Ensure all bookkeeping and reporting processes comply with internal policies and relevant legislation
• Assist with year-end audit preparation and liaise with external auditors
• Support financial forecasting and budgeting processes

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Bookkeeping, or Finance
• Minimum of 5–7 years of full-function bookkeeping experience
• At least 2–3 years of experience in a supervisory or team lead role
• Strong working knowledge of accounting software (e.g., Pastel, Xero, Caseware, Sage, Psiber)
• Experience working in a multi-entity environment is an advantage
• Solid understanding of VAT, PAYE, and other statutory requirements in South Africa

• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple deadlines
• Excellent leadership and team management capabilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to identify and solve problems effectively
• Discretion with confidential financial information