Bookkeeper

Lee-Ann Cullen; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 268,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee-Ann Cullen is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper in the South Coast region of KwaZulu-Natal to handle all bookkeeping functions through trial balance. You will process invoices, manage bank reconciliations, VAT returns and SARS eFiling, and support the CFO with month-end activities.

The role requires 12–15 years’ experience and strong Pastel Partner proficiency, with solid Excel skills and meticulous attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 12–15 years’ bookkeeping experience in a similar role.
• Solid hands-on experience with Sage 50C Pastel Partner.
• Strong understanding of VAT regulations and SARS eFiling.
• Ability to reconcile, analyze variances and prepare VAT201 returns.

Responsibilities

• Manage bookkeeping through trial balance and timely processing of transactions.
• Process invoices, supplier notes, cash books, payroll journals and correcting journals.
• Reconcile bank, debtor, creditor accounts; VAT and diesel rebates monthly.
• Prepare VAT201 returns and diesel rebate claims via SARS eFiling.
• Monitor age analyses; follow up on outstanding accounts and queries.
• Verify invoices against POs and delivery proofs; ensure tax invoice compliance.
• Allocate to GL and prepare monthly cost analyses; assist CFO with month-end.
• Load budgets on Pastel; assist with provisional tax info and audits.
• Maintain filing, Pastel cloud backups and supporting documentation.
• Possibly assist with additional duties as needed.

Skills

Bookkeeping

VAT / SARS eFiling

Pastel Partner (Sage 50C)

Excel

Attention to detail

Analytical ability

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Education

National Diploma in Bookkeeping

Tools

Sage 50C Pastel Partner

Microsoft Excel

Job description

R 24 000 - R 28 000 Monthly Cost To Company

South Coast, KZN. An established company in the agricultural industry is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper with 12–15 years’ experience in a similar role and solid hands‑on experience using Sage 50C Pastel Partner. A strong understanding of bookkeeping to trial balance, VAT legislation and SARS eFiling is essential.

Responsibilities:

Manage all bookkeeping functions through to trial balance, ensuring accurate and timeous processing of financial transactions

Process customer invoices, supplier purchase notes, cash books, payroll journals and authorised correcting journals

Reconcile bank accounts, customer and supplier accounts, VAT, diesel rebates, rations and personal expenses on a monthly basis

Prepare and submit VAT201 returns and diesel rebate claims via SARS eFiling following the necessary internal approvals

Monitor debtor and creditor age analyses, follow up outstanding accounts and resolve customer, supplier and SARS queries

Verify supplier invoices against purchase orders and proof of delivery, ensuring compliance with SARS tax invoice requirements

Allocate transactions to the correct general ledger, customer and supplier accounts, and prepare monthly cost analysis schedules

Assist the CFO with month-end processing, financial reporting, budget-versus-actual analysis and explanations for variances

Capture annual budgets on Pastel and assist with provisional tax information, statistical returns and external audit requirements

Load payments on the banking system for approval and maintain accurate supporting documentation, filing systems and daily Pastel cloud backups

Requirements:

Grade 12 with Mathematics (not Mathematical Literacy) and Accounting

12–15 years’ experience in a similar bookkeeping role

At least 10 years’ processing experience using Sage 50C Pastel Partner

Proven experience in bookkeeping to trial balance

Strong knowledge of VAT regulations, SARS eFiling and financial reconciliations

Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office

Excellent attention to detail, analytical ability and organisational skills

Ability to investigate discrepancies, resolve queries and work accurately under pressure while meeting strict deadlines

A team-oriented approach and willingness to assist with additional duties when required

Must reside in Scottburgh, Umkomaas, Amanzimtoti, Pennington or surrounding areas

A National Diploma in Bookkeeping or equivalent qualification, as well as previous agricultural industry experience, would be advantageous.