Role : Bookkeeper
Category : Accounting
Location : Bryanston
Salary : R200 000 - R240 000 Per Annum
A dynamic and growing company in the financial services sector is looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to join their finance team. This role is ideal for an organised, detail-oriented individual with strong accounting software skills and a solid grasp of bookkeeping principles. Youll play a key role in managing daily financial tasks, maintaining accurate records, and supporting financial reporting processes.
Key Responsibilities :
- Process and record daily financial transactions accurately.
- Manage accounts payable : process supplier invoices and ensure timely payments.
- Prepare and issue client invoices; follow up on outstanding payments and manage debtors collections.
- Maintain the trial balance and general ledger accuracy.
- Capture journal entries and assist with the preparation of financial statements.
- Handle petty cash transactions and reconciliations.
- Compile financial data and assist with internal reporting.
- Perform reconciliations for VAT and other statutory accounts.
- Prepare and submit VAT returns and support other tax-related processes.
- Maintain the fixed asset register and ensure records are up to date.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
- Perform sales commission calculations.
- Support the finance team with general administrative tasks.
Requirements :
BCom in Accounting, Finance, or relevant diploma35 years of experience in a bookkeeping or finance roleProficient in Sage and / or Pastel (or similar accounting packages)Strong knowledge of the full debtors and creditors functionExperience processing both customer and supplier invoicesWorking knowledge of VAT submissions and reconciliationsSolid Excel skills (intermediate to advanced level)Strong attention to detail and organisational skillsAbility to manage financial information with accuracy and efficiencyExperience completing bookkeeping to trial balance stage