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Salary: R18,000 – R35,000 per month (depending on experience) Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

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Our client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join their finance team based in Springs, Gauteng.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day bookkeeping functions, maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions and ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations.

We are looking for a reliable, organised and hands-on individual who can work independently, meet deadlines and contribute to the smooth running of the finance department.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and financial transactions.

• Process and reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable.

• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.

• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger.

• Prepare and process supplier payments and customer invoices.

• Monitor outstanding debtors and follow up on overdue payments.

• Assist with monthly management accounts and financial reporting.

• Process journals, accruals and adjustments.

• Prepare and submit VAT201 returns and assist with other SARS-related submissions.

• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.

• Assist with payroll processing and reconciliations where required.

• Support month-end and year-end financial closing processes.

• Liaise with suppliers, customers, auditors and other stakeholders regarding financial queries.

• Ensure compliance with company financial policies and accounting procedures.

• Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12).

• Diploma or certificate in Bookkeeping, Accounting or Finance will be advantageous.

• Minimum 3–5 years’ relevant bookkeeping experience.

• Proven experience handling bookkeeping functions up to trial balance.

• Proficiency in accounting software such as Sage, Pastel, QuickBooks or Xero.

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.

• Good understanding of VAT, reconciliations, general ledger accounting and basic financial reporting.

• Experience with SARS eFiling will be advantageous.

• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.

• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

• Key Competencies

• Financial recordkeeping and reconciliation

• Accounts payable and receivable management

• General ledger maintenance

• VAT processing and compliance

• Financial reporting

• Problem-solving and analytical thinking

• Time management and organisation

• Accuracy, confidentiality and integrity

• Ideal Candidate

• The ideal candidate is a proactive and dependable Bookkeeper with solid practical accounting experience. They should be comfortable managing daily financial transactions, identifying discrepancies and ensuring financial records are accurate and up to date.

• Job Category: AccountingFinance

• Job Type: Full Time

• Job Location: GermistonSprings

• VICE PRESIDENT: FINANCE

• Location: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

• Remuneration: Up to R4,000,000 per annum

• Employment Type: Permanent

• Level: Executive Leadership

• Position Overview

• Our client, a leading organisation within the automotive and manufacturing sector, is seeking an accomplished and commercially astute Vice President: Finance to provide strategic financial leadership across its operations.

• This is a senior executive appointment requiring a proven finance leader with extensive experience navigating complex business environments, driving financial performance, managing enterprise-wide risk and supporting long-term organisational growth.

• The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy, strengthening governance and supporting the organisation’s broader commercial and operational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Financial Leadership

• Provide executive leadership and direction across the organisation’s finance function.

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with broader business objectives.

• Partner with the executive leadership team to support strategic planning, business performance and sustainable growth.

• Drive financial innovation, operational efficiency and continuous improvement.

• Provide strategic financial advice to executive management and business unit leaders.

• Financial Performance & Management

• Oversee financial planning, forecasting, budgeting and consolidated financial performance.

• Lead financial performance management across multiple business units and operational functions.

• Ensure effective financial controls, reporting structures and management processes.

• Monitor financial performance and identify opportunities for profitability improvement and cost optimisation.

• Support commercial and operational decision-making through financial insights and analysis.

• Risk Management & Corporate Governance

• Provide executive oversight of financial and enterprise risk management.

• Develop, implement and maintain appropriate financial policies and governance frameworks.

• Ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations, statutory requirements and corporate governance standards.

• Strengthen financial controls and support effective risk mitigation across the organisation.

• Investment & Business Strategy

• Lead financial evaluation and oversight of strategic investments and major business initiatives.

• Support capital allocation decisions aligned with organisational priorities.

• Evaluate financial risks and opportunities associated with expansion, transformation and operational investments.

• Provide financial leadership on major organisational and technology transformation projects.

• Stakeholder & Executive Engagement

• Collaborate with senior executives and business leaders across diverse operational functions.

• Engage with relevant regulatory authorities, financial institutions, customers and other external stakeholders.

• Build strong relationships that support the organisation’s financial and commercial objectives.

• Contribute to corporate policy development and implementation as a member of the executive leadership team.

• People Leadership

• Lead, develop and inspire large, diverse finance teams.

• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, high performance and continuous improvement.

• Drive leadership development, succession planning and capability building within the finance function.

• Influence senior stakeholders and promote financial discipline throughout the organisation.

• Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Essential Requirements

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) with SAICA membership — non-negotiable.

• 15–20 years’ experience in senior financial leadership roles, including General Manager, Finance Executive, Finance Director or CFO-level positions.

• Proven experience operating within a medium to large, complex organisation.

• Demonstrated success in leading large, diverse and multidisciplinary teams.

• Extensive experience in financial strategy, performance management, corporate governance and enterprise risk management.

• Proven ability to influence senior executives and provide strategic financial leadership.

• Experience overseeing major technology or organisational transformation initiatives.

• Strong external stakeholder engagement experience, including regulatory authorities, financial institutions and key commercial stakeholders.

• Advantageous Qualifications

• Postgraduate Diploma in Taxation.

• Master’s degree in Financial Management or a related discipline.

• Key Leadership Competencies

• Strategic and commercial acumen

• Executive decision-making and sound judgement

• Financial governance and risk management

• Leadership of large and complex teams

• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills

• Business transformation and change leadership

• Strategic investment and capital allocation

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• High levels of integrity, accountability and professionalism

• Job Category: Finance

• Job Type: Full Time

• Job Location: KwaZulu Natal

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