RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Pays supplier invoices within agreed terms.
• Completes monthly bank reconciliations by the 3rd working day.
• Captures expenses and sales accurately on monthly GP and sales reports.
• Maintains a well-organized, up-to-date accounting filing system.
• Reconciles and balances petty cash weekly with complete documentation.
• Submits accurate monthly financial reports to the Accountant and Garden Centre Manager.
• Verifies daily cash-ups and ensures timely banking.
• Issues and reconciles cash floats for till points.
• Monitors and reports on till discrepancies (e.g., discounts, voids, credit notes, surpluses, deficits).
• Notifies the Garden Centre Manager of banking discrepancies within 24 hours.
• Ensures all cashiers follow correct transaction and cash handling procedures.
• Maintains a secure, orderly cash office environment.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

• Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (essential)
• Bachelor’s degree finance or Bookkeeping diploma (preferential)

Experience:

• 5 – 10 years’ experience in as a bookkeeper