Quickbooks Book Keeper

Location: Pietermaritzburg KwaZulu-Natal

We are seeking a reliable detail-oriented bookkeeper to join our team in Pietermaritzburg. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records ensuring compliance with South African accounting standards and supporting the smooth operation of our finance function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Record and process all financial transactions (invoices payments receipts journals) accurately and timeously
  
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes including creditor and debtor reconciliations
  
• Reconcile bank statements petty cash and inter-company accounts monthly
  
• Prepare and maintain books up to trial balance
  
• Process payroll and handle related statutory submissions (UIF PAYE SDL where applicable)
  
• Generate monthly financial reports including income statements balance sheets and cash flow summaries
  
• Assist with VAT returns budgets and year-end preparations in collaboration with external accountants
  
• Ensure all financial data is backed up and securely maintained
  
• Identify and resolve discrepancies in accounts promptly
  

Requirements:

• Proven bookkeeping experience (minimum 25 years preferred)
  
• Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks (QuickBooks Online or Desktop) must be able to demonstrate proficiency
  
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles double-entry bookkeeping and South African tax compliance
  
• Experience with Microsoft Excel (intermediate to advanced level pivot tables VLOOKUP etc.)
  
• Matric / Grade 12 certificate (essential); Diploma or Certificate in Bookkeeping Accounting or related field highly advantageous
  
• Attention to detail strong numerical accuracy and excellent organisational skills
  
• Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines
  
• Based in or willing to commute to Pietermaritzburg (on-site role)
  

Advantageous:

• Experience with payroll software or SARS eFiling
  
• Knowledge of other accounting packages (e.g. Sage) as a secondary skill
  
• ICB membership or studying towards bookkeeping certification
  

What we offer:

• Market-related salary based on experience
  
• Opportunity to work in a supportive and stable environment
  
• Potential for professional development and growth
  

If you are a proactive bookkeeper with proven QuickBooks expertise and are looking for a long-term opportunity in Pietermaritzburg we want to hear from you!

To apply: Please send your CV a brief cover letter highlighting your QuickBooks experience and your salary expectation to with the subject line: Bookkeeper Application Pietermaritzburg.

Requirements

Required Skills:

QuickBooks

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Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 15000 - 15000