Junior Bookkeeper; Sunninghill JHB

Position: Junior Bookkeeper (Sunninghill JHB)
Our client, an accounting firm in Sunninghill JHB, is looking for a Junior Bookkeeper to join their company.

Key Responsibilities:

Transaction Processing: Recording financial entries, sales, and purchase invoices.
Bank & Account Reconciliation: Matching bank statements to internal records and reconciling balance sheet accounts monthly.
Payroll: Processing salaries and wages.
Taxation: Assisting with VAT reconciliations and returns.
Record Keeping: Maintaining organized financial documents and updating ledgers.
Software Use: Utilizing accounting software (Pastel, Sage) and Microsoft Excel.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

Education: Diploma or degree in Accounting/Finance (or equivalent).
Experience: Previous bookkeeping experience in an accounting firm (multiple sets of books) (2+ years preferred).
Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Excel, Pastel. Other accounting packages will be an advantage.
Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail, accuracy, numeracy, organizational, and communication skills.

Ideal Candidate Profile:
An entry-level professional seeking to build accounting experience.
Detail-oriented and reliable, ensuring data integrity.
Able to work independently and support senior staff.
Own license and Transport will be advantages.
Proficient in English and Afrikaans will be advantages.