Principal Bookkeeper​/Senior Accountant

Job Location : Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa

Final date to receive applications : March 23, 2026

• A reputable engineering company is looking for an experienced Principal Bookkeeper / Senior Accountant with strong financial accounting, payroll, and team leadership capabilities.
• The role is responsible for overseeing general accounting and payroll operations, maintaining financial controls and processes, and providing limited financial support to a technical division.

• Oversee general accounting and payroll operations, including general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and month‑end close processes
• Prepare and record financial transactions, journals, trial balances, and maintain the company asset register
• Coordinate and manage payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and authorisation
• Lead and manage the finance team, supporting operational efficiency and deadline management
• Support the Financial Manager with financial analysis, reporting, and audit preparation
• Maintain finance department administration, including, filing systems, and financial record keeping
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to provide timely financial information and support decision‑making
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and contribute to continuous process improvements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related finance qualification
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior accounting or financial accounting role
• Strong hands‑on experience with general ledger, reconciliations, and month‑end close processes
• Payroll processing experience, preferably using VIP Payroll
• Proven leadership experience managing accounting or finance teams

Closing Date 23 March 2026