Junior Accountant​/Senior Bookkeeper North

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records using Sage Online, including payroll administration

• Prepare and submit statutory returns, including VAT, PAYE, EMP
  201 and EMP
  501

• Prepare and submit annual Workmen's Compensation returns

• Prepare and submit annual Department of Social Development returns

• Manage complex VAT requirements applicable to a retirement village environment

• Perform bank reconciliations and supplier reconciliations

• Prepare general ledger reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations

• Manage petty cash processing and reconciliations

• Assist with external audit requirements and year-end procedures

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports

• Ensure accurate and timely filing of financial documentation

• Assist with budgeting and financial planning processes

• Ensure compliance with all statutory, financial and regulatory requirements

• Matric plus appropriate accounting qualification (Diploma, Degree or relevant Accounting Certification)

• Minimum 2 years' experience working on Sage Online, including payroll processing

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

• Strong understanding of VAT, including input and output VAT calculations

• Proven experience preparing Workmen's Compensation annual returns

• Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines

• High level of integrity and ability to manage confidential information

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Highly organised and detail-oriented

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Able to prioritise workloads and manage multiple deadlines

• Proactive and solutions-driven

• Professional and dependable

• Friendly, patient and empathetic when interacting with stakeholders

• Strong team player with a positive attitude

• Opportunity to join a respected and established organisation

• Stable and supportive working environment

• Varied and rewarding role with broad financial responsibilities

• Collaborative team culture