Bookkeeper

We are currently looking for a Bookkeeper to manage day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting functions for a portfolio of clients.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Process and capture financial transactions accurately and timeously.
• Perform bank, credit card and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare general ledger entries, journal adjustments and monthly management accounts.
• Manage debtors and creditors, including reconciliations.
• Maintain accounting records and prepare financial information up to trial balance.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies in accounting records.
• Assist with annual financial statements.
• Assist with VAT calculations, reconciliations and submissions, as well as PAYE, UIF and SDL reconciliations.
• Communicate with clients, follow up on outstanding documentation and manage deadlines.

Requirements:

• Relevant qualification in Accounting or Bookkeeping.
• Relevant bookkeeping or accounting experience, preferably within an accounting practice.
• Proven experience processing accounting transactions up to trial balance.
• Practical knowledge of VAT, reconciliations and general ledger accounting.
• Experience with accounting software, preferably Sage.
• Good understanding of South African accounting and tax practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office.
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation and time management.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple client accounts and meet deadlines.