Bookkeeper - Pietermaritzburg

Recruiter:

Accountancy Placements Pietermaritzburg

Job Ref:

PMB001217/LD

Date posted:

Thursday, June 4, 2026

Location:

Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Bookkeeper - Pietermaritzburg
Our client is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to maintain accurate financial records up to trial balance level, ensure timely processing of accounting transactions, payroll administration, statutory submissions, and month-end reporting.

POSITION INFO:

Responsibilities

Bookkeeping to trial balance
Prepare and review monthly Profit and Loss reports
Daily Fuel Reconciliations
Prepare and process month-end journal entries
Process weekly and monthly payroll using Sage Payroll
Prepare and submit statutory returns via SARS eFiling
Loading of payments
Submit VAT returns and maintain supporting records
Process stock adjustments and inventory movements

Requirements

Relevant bookkeeping qualification (Advantageous)
Minimum 3–5 years of bookkeeping experience to trial balance level
Experience with payroll processing and statutory submissions
Software Knowledge (Sage Online Accounting, Sage Payroll, and knowledge of Microsoft Excel)
Strong numerical and analytical skills
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Strong reconciliation and problem-solving abilities
Good communication and interpersonal skills
High level of integrity and confidentiality

Due to the high volume of applications received, only suitable candidates who meet the criteria of this vacancy will be contacted.

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