Bookkeeper

Vine Partners; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable accounting services firm in Centurion is seeking both Junior and Senior Bookkeepers. The successful candidates will be responsible for full bookkeeping, payroll management for 58 companies, and assistance with SARS compliance. The Junior role requires 1–2 years of experience, while the Senior role demands 3–7+ years of relevant experience. Strong proficiency in accounting software is essential. This role offers a supportive environment with significant responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years bookkeeping experience (Junior).
• 3–7+ years bookkeeping experience (Senior).
• Experience with payroll management for high volumes.

Responsibilities

• Handle full bookkeeping to trial balance (Senior).
• Process payroll for 58 companies monthly (Senior).
• Assist with SARS compliance and audit support.

Skills

Strong computer literacy

Proficiency in accounting software

Education

Matric with Accounting

Certificate / Diploma in Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Finance

ICB Bookkeeping

NQF Level 5 Accounting

SAIPA / SAICA / CIMA

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Pastel

Job description

1. Qualifications (Junior & Senior)

• Matric with Accounting (essential).
• Certificate / Diploma in Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Finance (essential for Senior, advantageous for Junior).
• Completed or studying toward :
• ICB Bookkeeping ,
• NQF Level 5 Accounting ,
• SAIPA / SAICA / CIMA (advantageous).
• Strong computer literacy : Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, Pastel) — essential for Senior roles.

2. Experience

Junior Bookkeeper

• 1–2 years bookkeeping experience.
• Experience capturing data, reconciliations, and basic accounting processing.
• Exposure to multiple companies (advantage).
• Basic payroll knowledge (advantage).
• Experience with SARS eFiling and e@syFile (bonus).

Senior Bookkeeper

• 3–7+ years bookkeeping experience.
• Proven experience in bookkeeping to trial balance.
• Experience managing books for multiple companies simultaneously.
• Strong payroll processing experience — high volumes, e.g., 50+ companies.
• Experience with :
• WCA / RMA / FEM annual returns & audits
• WCA / RMA registrations
• UI19 schedules
• TERS submissions and audit queries
• SARS submissions & dispute resolution support
• Experience preparing audit packs, handling auditors, and completing compliance tasks.

Duties & Responsibilities (Both Roles)

Senior Bookkeeper handles full responsibility; Junior provides support.

A. Bookkeeping & Accounting

• Full bookkeeping to trial balance.
• Monthly processing of financial transactions for multiple companies.
• Bank reconciliations, debtors, creditors, general ledger maintenance.
• VAT calculations, preparation, and SARS submissions.
• Preparation of management accounts (Senior).

B. Payroll Management (High Volumes)

• Process payroll for 58 companies monthly (Senior).
• Ensure correct statutory deductions, UIF, SDL, PAYE.
• Submit EMP201s & EMP501 reconciliations.
• Issue payslips and maintain payroll records.
• Junior assists with capturing and preparation.

C. Workmen’s Compensation (WCA), RMA, FEM

• Process yearly submissions for COIDA / WCA, RMA & FEM.
• Assist with audits and supply required documentation.
• Handle registrations, amendments, and classification queries.

D. UIF, TERS & Department of Labour

• Prepare and submit UI19 schedules .
• Assist with TERS applications , recons and audit queries.
• Liaise with Department of Labour on compliance matters.

E. SARS Compliance & Assistance

• Assist with VAT, PAYE, EMP201 / 501, and income tax matters.
• Liaise with SARS on queries, verifications, and supporting documents.
• Senior prepares submissions; Junior compiles backup and documentation.

F. Audit Support

• Prepare audit files and supporting documents.
• Assist with external auditor queries and year-end requirements.
• Ensure all statutory records are up to date.

G. General Administrative Accounting

• Maintain company statutory files.
• Capture supplier and customer invoices.
• Manage petty cash and reconcile accounts.
• Support accountants or management with ad-hoc requests.