Bookkeeper – Legal Firm

BOOKKEEPER – LEGAL FIRM

Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Salary: R32 000 – R35 000 per month
Industry: Legal / Law Firm

Job Description

Our client, a well-established legal firm based in Pretoria, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join their finance team.
The ideal candidate must have a strong background in bookkeeping within the legal industry, excellent numerical and analytical skills, and the ability to work accurately under pressure.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Bookkeeping, Accounting, or a related financial qualification.
• Minimum 3 years' bookkeeping experience within a legal firm (essential).
• At least 3 years' experience working on an ERP accounting system, with the ability to perform bookkeeping functions up to Trial Balance level.
• Experience preparing Income Statements and Balance Sheets will be advantageous.
• Must be fluent in both Afrikaans and English.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel and MS Office skills (advanced Excel skills advantageous).
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain accurate financial records and bookkeeping transactions.
• Perform bookkeeping functions up to Trial Balance level.
• Process and reconcile bank accounts, creditors, debtors, and general ledger accounts.
• Maintain accurate accounting records using the company's ERP system.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations and assist with month-end financial reporting.
• Assist with the preparation of Income Statements and Balance Sheets.
• Monitor outstanding payments and assist with debtor and creditor management.
• Process invoices, payments, journals, and financial adjustments.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial procedures and relevant legal-industry accounting requirements.
• Liaise with internal departments and management regarding financial queries.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial and client information.

Key Competencies

• High level of accuracy and exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong numerical and analytical ability.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritise workloads.
• Professional communication skills in Afrikaans and English.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Independent decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• High level of integrity, reliability, and confidentiality.

Remuneration

R32 000 – R35 000 per month
Salary will be dependent on qualifications, relevant legal-industry experience, and skills.