Junior Accountant

SUMMARY:
Junior Bookkeeper
Milnerton, Cape Town
R40 000 CTC
Are you ready to set sail on an exciting career journey? My client is looking for a motivated Bookkeeper/Junior Accountant to join their dynamic team. This is a chance to work in an industry where no two days are the same, gain hands-on experience and grow into a Finance Manager within the next 3 - 5 years

POSITION INFO:
Minimum requirements:

• Must have completed BCom Accounting or Finance degree (Min NQF Level 7)
• 3 - 4 Years of practical experience in bookkeeping or financial management
• Proficiency in Pastel Accounting and Payroll or similar software - SAGE
• Must be fluent in both English and Afrikaans verbal and written skills - Non negotiable
• Duties and responsibilities are as follows but not limited to:
• Manage bookkeeping up to trial balance level and assist in preparing management accounts and year-end financial statements
• Reconcile bank statements, cash books and ensure timely follow-ups on outstanding payments
• Oversee supplier invoices, reconcile supplier statements (including Forex payments) and support in issuing debtors statements
• Assist in payroll processing including tax deductions, provident fund schedules and managing leave records
• Contribute to HR processes, tracking overtime, bonuses and performance evaluations
• Prepare cash flow forecasts, budgets and assist in VAT and statutory returns (EMP501, VAT201)
• Assist with the development and optimization of accounting processes.