Starke Ayres: Bookkeeper

Introduction: Starke Ayres is the foremost African specialist and global supplier of premium vegetable, flower and lawn seed varieties both for commercial and home garden planting. The following position has become available for a Bookkeeper, based in Rosebank, Cape Town. Description: Starke Ayres is the foremost African specialist and global supplier of premium vegetable, flower and lawn seed varieties both for commercial and home garden planting. The following position has become available for a Bookkeeper, based in Rosebank, Cape Town. The purpose of this role is to provide strong bookkeeping and administrative support to the Garden Centre by managing and overseeing all financial and office-related activities, ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the office. 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: REQUIREMENTS: Education: Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (essential) Bachelors degree finance or Bookkeeping diploma (preferential) Experience: 5 10 years experience in as a bookkeeper Knowledge: Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial processes Strong reconciliation knowledge (bank, supplier, petty cash, etc.) Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Sage X3 preferred) Skills: Proficient in MS Office, especially Advanced Excel and MS Teams Experience using Sage X3 or similar financial software (advantageous) High attention to detail and accuracy Maintains strict confidentiality in handling financial information

Location: Cape Town CBD, Western Cape, ZA

Posted Date: 7/3/2025