Bookkeeper / Accountant

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and maintain accurate accounting records for multiple clients up to trial balance
• Prepare monthly management accounts, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports
• Perform bank, creditor, and debtor reconciliations
• Manage accounts payable and receivable functions across various client portfolios
• Process payroll for multiple clients, including payslips and reports
• Compute PAYE, UIF, and SDL and ensure accurate and timely submission to SARS
• Prepare and submit VAT returns to SARS in compliance with deadlines
• Ensure compliance with South African tax legislation and accounting standards
• Liaise with clients to obtain necessary financial information and provide support/advice
• Assist with audit preparation and respond to auditor queries where required
• Maintain proper filing systems and ensure data integrity across accounting platforms
• Handle multiple client deadlines and prioritize workload effectively

Minimum Requirements

• Certificate /Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 3–5 years’ experience in a bookkeeping or accounting role (preferably within an accounting firm or client services environment)
• Solid experience processing accounts to trial balance
• Proven experience preparing management accounts
• Experience with payroll processing and statutory submissions
• Working knowledge of SARS eFiling (VAT, PAYE, UIF, SDL submissions)
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, Pastel)
• Strong understanding of VAT and payroll tax regulations in South Africa
• Ability to manage multiple clients and meet strict deadlines
• Candidate must live in or around Roodepoort area.

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