Senior Bookkeeper

Senior Bookkeeper
Location: Johannesburg

The Safomar Holdings Group is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join our finance team. Reporting to the Group Financial Manager, this role is responsible for all aspects of financial management across a selection of Safomar Companies in our portfolio, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures, and providing accurate financial reporting and analysis to support decision-making.

The successful candidate will manage day-to-day financial operations, oversee month-end and year-end processes, and play a key role in budgeting, cash flow management, and financial analysis. This position requires a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with multiple stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Manage all accounting operations from transactional level to reporting in line with accounting principles.
• Finalise accounts monthly up to Trial Balance level, including analysis of expenses and GL accounts.
• Ensure accurate and timely balance sheet reconciliations (bank, debtors, creditors, inter-company).
• Prepare and submit VAT reconciliations and returns, and manage SARS VAT audits.
• Support and conduct month-end and year-end close processes.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, financial controls, and reporting standards.
• Forecast cash flow positions weekly to ensure business liquidity and mitigate financial risks.
• Coordinate and manage budgeting processes and financial forecasts in collaboration with management.
• Engage in financial and cost reduction analyses, creating reports as required.
• Liaise with auditors during financial year-end audits.
• Drive adherence to finance policies, procedures, and systems across the group.

Requirements

• Solid experience as a Senior Bookkeeper / Accountant.
• Degree or diploma in Accounting (or equivalent qualification).
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Proficiency in Sage Evolution, MS Office, and accounting software.
• Ability to work independently, with strong problem-solving and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and client-facing abilities.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to meet deadlines.
• SA citizenship or permanent residency essential.
• Own transportation required.

 

Why join us?
At Safomar, we value accuracy, integrity, and innovation. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the success of a diverse group of companies while growing your own expertise in a dynamic and supportive environment.

 

Application process
If you meet the above requirements, please send your CV along with your salary expectations to: careers@safomar.co.za 
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posted on 21 Aug 09:38, Closing date 20 Oct