Senior Bookkeeper/Finance Administrator at Profile Personnel

Job Description

• A well-established group operating across the fuel, pharmaceutical, hospitality, and property sectors is seeking a highly organised and detail-driven Senior Bookkeeper / Finance Administrator to support the Director and Accountant.
• This is a dynamic, multi-entity environment requiring a candidate who can take ownership of financial processes while maintaining exceptional accuracy and organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Bookkeeping & Finance:

• Full bookkeeping function and monthly reporting using Sage Intacct
• Bank reconciliations and transaction management across multiple entities
• Processing payments, invoices, receipts, deposits, and refunds
• Preparing and posting journals (including interest and loan structures)
• Managing intercompany transactions
• Preparing weekly payables and receivables reports

Administration & Operational Support:

• Calendar and meeting coordination for management
• Professional email communication
• Filing and document management across entities

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a senior bookkeeping / finance role
• Strong proficiency in Sage (Sage Intacct advantageous)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Solid understanding of South African tax, VAT, and SARS eFiling
• Experience with multi-entity bookkeeping and intercompany transactions
• Strong knowledge of accounting fundamentals (debits, credits, trial balance, management accounts)
• Experience with creditors and debtors age analysis
• Valid driver’s licence
• Clear credit record and contactable references

Key Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail and financial accuracy
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across entities
• Professional communication skills (verbal and written)
• Self-driven with a high level of accountability