Overview
Senior Bookkeeper Jobs in Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Senior Bookkeeper
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Recruiter:
Sentinel Staffing Services
Job Ref:
CET004275/Mich
Date posted:
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Location:
Randburg, South Africa
Salary:
Monthly
SUMMARY:
Our client in Randburg is seeking a highly experienced Senior Bookkeeper with 20+ years’ full-function bookkeeping experience to join their finance team. This is a key role working closely with the Financial Manager and is expected to develop into a trusted right-hand position. Exceptional technical expertise, reliability, and a long-term commitment are essential for success in this role.
POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities
Full Function Bookkeeping
- Full responsibility for accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Customer invoicing and debtor management
- Supplier invoice processing, including GRNs and matching to purchase orders
- Purchase order processing and support with procurement administration
Cashbook & Banking
- Management of 4–5 cashbooks across multiple currencies (ZAR, USD, EUR, GBP)
- Accurate processing of bank transactions
- Monthly cashbook reconciliations
Reconciliations
- Accounts payable and accounts receivable reconciliations
- Cashbook and bank reconciliations
- Ongoing accuracy checks and variance resolution
Multi-Currency Accounting
- Processing and reconciliation of AP and AR across multiple currencies
- Understanding and application of exchange rate differences
Financial Support
- Provide strong operational support to the Financial Manager
- Assist with month-end close processes
- Ensure financial records are accurate, compliant, and audit-ready
REQUIREMENTS:
- 20+ years’ experience in a senior, full-function bookkeeping role
- Proven experience managing multi-currency cashbooks, AP and AR
- Strong reconciliation skills with high attention to detail
- Solid understanding of bookkeeping principles and controls
- Experience working closely with senior finance leadership
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion
Key Competencies
- Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of the role
- Commitment to long-term employment and team stability
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is a seasoned bookkeeper who values stability, takes pride in accuracy, and is comfortable being a trusted financial support partner. This role is suited to someone who wants to make a long-term contribution and grow into a key support function within the finance department.
