Our client, a growing organisation operating within a multi-entity group environment, is seeking to employ an experienced Senior Bookkeeper (Systems & Operations) to join their finance team based in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape. The successful candidate will be highly proficient in Sage Pastel Partner and Advanced Excel, with a strong systems-first mindset and the ability to ensure data integrity across multiple entities while supporting efficient financial operations.

Requirements

• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in a Senior Bookkeeping role, preferably within a multi-entity or group environment
• Expert proficiency in Sage Pastel Partner is essential
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting or Bookkeeping (e.g., BCom, National Diploma, or ICB) is preferred
• Technically minded, highly organized, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

Operational Processing & Cost of Sales

• Accurate and timeous processing of Goods Received Vouchers (GRVs) to ensure Cost of Sales and inventory levels are correctly reflected in the accounting system.
• Reconciliation of operational stock records against supplier documentation to ensure processing accuracy.
• Collaboration with the Creditors Controller to ensure that all processed GRVs are ready for reconciliation and payment.

General Bookkeeping & Financial Administration

• Perform full-function bookkeeping duties on Sage Pastel Partner to Trial Balance.
• Process and reconcile bank accounts and petty cash for various group entities.
• Manage and reconcile intercompany accounts and loan accounts across the company.
• Assist with the loading of electronic payments and ensuring all supporting documentation is captured.
• Processing and controlling credit notes
• Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready digital filing system for all financial records.

Systems, Excel & Automation - Advantageous

• Utilize Advanced Excel skills (e.g., Power Query, Pivot Tables, advanced formulas) to manipulate datasets and automate repetitive manual tasks.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve the integration between operational workflows and Sage Pastel.
• Develop and maintain automated templates for reporting, reconciliations, and data validation to improve group efficiency.
• Serve as a technical "super-user" for Pastel, ensuring the system is utilized to its full capacity.

Reporting & Audit Support

• Prepare monthly management information and ad-hoc reports as requested by the Group Financial Manager.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures, ensuring all journals and allocations are accurate.
• Support the annual audit process by providing accurate schedules and supporting documentation.

Additional Information

• The Senior Bookkeeper reports to the Group Financial Manager and will liaise closely with the General Manager and staff in the factory.
• This is a dynamic role that may evolve to include additional responsibilities as the group grows. The successful candidate must be adaptable and willing to take on diverse bookkeeping tasks as required to support the smooth running of the group’s finance function.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive feedback within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.