Bilingual Senior Bookkeeper – VAT & Payroll Pro

Hire Resolve; Knysna; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company is seeking a skilled Bookkeeper for their team in Knysna or Plettenberg Bay. The successful candidate must be fluent in English and Afrikaans, have at least 5 years of bookkeeping experience, and hold a diploma in Accounting, Bookkeeping, or Finance. Responsibilities include preparing trial balances, handling VAT returns, and processing payroll. This is a great opportunity to advance your financial management career in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of bookkeeping experience.
• Experience in a professional services firm preferred.
• Strong detail orientation with a focus on accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate trial balances.
• Handle VAT returns and ensure timely submissions.
• Process payroll efficiently and accurately.
• Complete and submit EMP201 and EMP501 returns.
• Calculate and submit WCA and UIF contributions.
• Maintain an up-to-date and accurate asset register.
• Perform general bookkeeping duties as needed.

Skills

Fluency in English and Afrikaans

Proficiency in accounting software

Detail-oriented

Education

Diploma in Accounting, Bookkeeping, or Finance

Tools

Xero

Pastel & Pastel Payroll

Sage Online

QuickBooks Online

MS Office 365 (Excel)

Job description

A financial services company is seeking a skilled Bookkeeper for their team in Knysna or Plettenberg Bay. The successful candidate must be fluent in English and Afrikaans, have at least 5 years of bookkeeping experience, and hold a diploma in Accounting, Bookkeeping, or Finance. Responsibilities include preparing trial balances, handling VAT returns, and processing payroll. This is a great opportunity to advance your financial management career in a dynamic environment.