Legal Bookkeeper

SUMMARY:
Our client in Cape Town is seeking a skilled Legal Bookkeeper with a minimum of 3–4 years’ experience working within a law firm environment. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and demonstrate strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines efficiently. Proficiency in AJS legal software would be advantageous. A relevant finance qualification would also be beneficial. This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional team and contribute to the smooth financial operation of a reputable legal practice.

POSITION INFO:
A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application
EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Permanent
SECTOR : Finance / Legal
BASIC SALARY : R18 000.00
START DATE : A.S.A.P / Immediate

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 3–4 years’ experience in a law firm
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Proficiency in AJS Legal Software
• Relevant finance qualification (advantageous)
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines efficiently

• Bank Reconciliations: Perform daily reconciliations of multiple bank accounts, including trust and business accounts.
• EFT Payments: Process and verify electronic fund transfers (EFTs) across all major banks accurately and promptly.
• Business Creditors: Manage and reconcile accounts payable, including payments to agents, sheriffs, advocates, and other service providers.
• Journals: Prepare and post daily journals for both trust and business accounts.
• Adjustment Vouchers: Create and process adjustment vouchers in line with internal financial controls.
• General Account Queries: Investigate and resolve daily queries related to accounting discrepancies or transactions.

• Asset Register: Maintain and update the asset register annually, ensuring all business assets are recorded and depreciated appropriately.
• Audit Preparation: Liaise with auditors during the annual audit process, providing necessary financial data, documentation, and explanations.

• Monday to Friday: 08:30 – 17:00