Bookkeeper (Namibia)
Position summary
Introduction
Job description
Reporting to the Finance Manager, the responsibilities of the successful applicant will include, but are not limited to the following:
· Record day-to-day financial transactions, including invoices, receipts, and payments.
· Maintain the general ledger and ensure all entries are correctly coded.
· Process accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring timely payments and collections.
· Reconcile bank accounts, supplier statements, and other balance sheet accounts.
· Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
· Monitor cash flow and maintain petty cash records.
· Assist in preparing VAT and other statutory returns.
· Support year-end audit preparation and liaise with external auditors.
· Maintain orderly and secure filing of financial documents and records.
· Provide administrative support as required.
Minimum requirements
We invite applications from candidates who meet the following minimum criteria:
Qualifications:
· Diploma or degree in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Finance or equivalent
Experience and Skills:
· Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in bookkeeping
· Strong knowledge of accounting principles and reconciliation processes.
· Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. SAP an advantage)
· Excellent spreadsheet skills (Excel) and strong numeric and analytical abilities
· Experience in preparing VAT returns and other compliance submissions (an advantage)
· Strong attention to detail, reliability and ability to work and deliver under deadlines
Applicants to send their CVs to the HR Department on email: boltmanj@grindrod.com.na
Use the job title Bookkeeper (Namibia) as the subject line of your email.
Applications close 5 November 2025.
Please note that the position is open to internal and external candidates.