Bookkeeper

JenRecruitment PTY Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 280 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join their client's team in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background with 10 years of relevant experience, including auditing and SARS dealings. The role involves managing accounting functions, preparing financial statements, overseeing payrolls, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations. Proficiency in Sage, Sage One, and QuickBooks is essential. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a structured and friendly financial environment.

Qualifications

• 10 years’ relevant accounting experience.
• Auditing background essential.
• Proven experience dealing directly with SARS (VAT, PAYE, Income Tax, etc.).
• Payroll administration experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage full accounting functions for multiple entities.
• Prepare management accounts and annual financial statements.
• Handle SARS submissions and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
• Oversee and process payrolls accurately and on time.
• Support management with reporting, reconciliations, and audit preparation.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Supervisory skills

Tools

Sage

Sage One

QuickBooks

Job description

Overview

Our client, a well-established company based in Bedfordview, is seeking a meticulous and experienced Bookkeeper to join their close-knit team. Due to the current office dynamic, they are ideally looking for a female candidate in her mid-30s who thrives in a collaborative environment and can bring both professionalism and a warm, approachable personality to the role.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a structured yet friendly setting, with the chance to make a real impact on the smooth financial operations of the business.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities and duties are as follows:

• Manage full accounting functions for multiple entities
• Prepare management accounts and annual financial statements
• Handle SARS submissions and ensure compliance with tax regulations
• Oversee and process payrolls accurately and on time
• Support management with reporting, reconciliations, and audit preparation

Minimum Requirements

• 10 years’ relevant accounting experience
• Auditing background essential
• Proficient in Sage, Sage One, and QuickBooks
• Proven experience dealing directly with SARS (VAT, PAYE, Income Tax, etc.)
• Payroll administration experience
• Strong analytical, communication, and supervisory skills

Important

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