Junior Bookkeeper

SUMMARY:
Join a fast‑growing homeware wholesaler as an Accounts Assistant supporting both creditors and debtors functions. You’ll handle day‑to‑day financial processing with accuracy and ownership while working in a dynamic, team‑driven environment. Ideal for a detail‑oriented accounting professional eager to learn, grow, and contribute to a high‑performance finance team.

POSITION INFO:

Daily capturing of supplier invoices and payments
Verify validity of Tax Invoices
Monthly supplier statement reconciliations (by the 5th)
Request outstanding invoices and complete account openings
Process sales rep commissions (monthly)
Reconcile Nedbank credit cards and MD expense sheets (weekly/monthly)
Handle expense claims, fuel reports, supplier grouping and costings
Capture petty cash and reconcile monthly
Perform bank reconciliations
Support purchasing and related reporting
Report dispatch discrepancies
Debtors backup duties: debt collection, query resolution, capturing receipts & discounts, e‑commerce fees, statements, customer reports, credit notes, new account applications, gift vouchers, sales reports and reconciliations
Assist with Nedbank discounting tasks (downloads, VAT checks, credit limits)
Deliver customer service aligned to company standards
Ensure timeous completion of receivables responsibilities
Maintain accurate and updated financial records

Skills & Experience:
Minimum 3–5 years’ financial or bookkeeping experience
Strong understanding of basic accounting principles
Ability to differentiate debits/credits in IS & BS
Experience with cashbook, sales/purchases, VAT, bank recons
Comfortable with journal entries and basic accounting tests
Knowledge of inventory management (advantageous)
Proficient in Excel, Word and accounting systems (Xero/Dear beneficial)
Strong attention to detail, accuracy and problem‑solving
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Team‑oriented with a positive, adaptable attitude

Qualification:
Matric
Bookkeeping diploma OR BCom advantageous
Solid foundational Accounting knowledge essential
 
Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered.
 
 
Contact Joshua Lawrence on 021 418 1750, quoting the Ref: CTF022405.
 
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