Bookkeeper

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

provident fund

On-site work environment

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive and friendly team culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking a meticulous Bookkeeper to manage day-to-day financial record-keeping at our client’s Paarl office. You will process transactions, maintain ledgers and assist with financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with SA tax rules.

The role requires a Matric with bookkeeping qualifications (FETC in Bookkeeping or ICB), experience with Pastel or QuickBooks, and strong MS Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Matriculation certificate with a strong background in accounting or bookkeeping.
• Relevant bookkeeping qualification (e.g., FETC in Bookkeeping, ICB) is highly desirable.
• Proven experience as a bookkeeper, preferably with small to medium-sized businesses.
• Proficiency in bookkeeping software (e.g., Pastel, QuickBooks) and MS Excel.
• Good understanding of basic accounting principles and South African tax regulations (VAT, PAYE).
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including ledgers, journals, and trial balances.
• Process all accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions efficiently and accurately.
• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies.
• Assist with payroll processing and related statutory submissions.
• Prepare basic financial reports and assist management with ad-hoc financial queries.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and procedures.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and organized Bookkeeper to manage their day-to-day financial record-keeping in their Paarl office. This role is fundamental to maintaining accurate financial data for the business. You will be responsible for processing financial transactions, maintaining ledgers, and assisting with financial reporting. This position is based at our client's premises in Paarl and requires a dedicated individual committed to upholding financial accuracy within a professional setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including ledgers, journals, and trial balances.
• Process all accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions efficiently and accurately.
• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies.
• Assist with payroll processing and related statutory submissions.
• Prepare basic financial reports and assist management with ad-hoc financial queries.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Matriculation certificate with a strong background in accounting or bookkeeping.
• Relevant bookkeeping qualification (e.g., FETC in Bookkeeping, ICB) is highly desirable.
• Proven experience as a bookkeeper, preferably with small to medium-sized businesses.
• Proficiency in bookkeeping software (e.g., Pastel, QuickBooks) and MS Excel.
• Good understanding of basic accounting principles and South African tax regulations (VAT, PAYE).
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills are essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Stable, on-site work environment in a pleasant location.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skills development.
• Contribution to a provident fund.
• Supportive and friendly team culture.