Manufacturing Bookkeeper

SUMMARY:
Are you a motivated and detail-oriented Bookkeeper looking to grow your career within a well-established manufacturing company?

A reputable manufacturing company based in Parow is seeking a diligent and accurate Manufacturing Bookkeeper to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day bookkeeping and finance functions, including reconciliations, debtors, creditors, stock-related transactions, month-end procedures and financial reporting.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong eye for detail and a passion for finance who is looking to develop their skills, gain valuable experience within a manufacturing environment, and grow with a well-established business.

POSITION INFO:
REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 / Matric with a relevant Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance or Bookkeeping - Essential 
• 5+ years’ experience in a bookkeeping or accounting role, preferably within a manufacturing, production or FMCG environment
• Strong understanding of full-function bookkeeping and accounting principles
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable and general ledger
• Good knowledge of VAT, PAYE and other statutory requirements.
• Experience with month-end and year-end financial processes
• Strong Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables and financial reporting
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with suppliers, customers, auditors and internal departments
• Strong integrity and a high level of accountability

• Manage the full bookkeeping function and maintain accurate financial records.
• Process and reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Perform bank, supplier, customer and general ledger reconciliations.
• Prepare and process monthly journals, accruals, prepayments and provisions.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial reporting and close-off procedures.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure transactions are correctly allocated.
• Prepare VAT returns, PAYE and other statutory submissions, where applicable.
• Manage supplier invoices, payments and creditor reconciliations.
• Monitor customer accounts, collections and debtor ageing.
• Handle inventory and stock accounting, including stock reconciliations and adjustments.
• Assist with cost accounting, including raw materials, labour, overheads and manufacturing costs.
• Monitor and reconcile work-in-progress (WIP) and finished goods.
• Assist with production costing and variance analysis.
• Reconcile inventory movements between the accounting and production/ERP systems.
• Maintain accurate records of fixed assets and depreciation.
• Assist with budgets, forecasts and cash-flow management.
• Prepare management reports and financial analysis for senior management.
• Investigate and resolve financial discrepancies and variances.
• Assist with annual audits and provide supporting documentation to auditors.
• Ensure compliance with company accounting policies, internal controls and relevant legislation.
• Work closely with production, procurement, warehouse, sales and management teams to ensure accurate financial information.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, controls and reporting efficiencies.
• Supervise or review the work of junior bookkeeping/accounts staff, where applicable.