Bookkeeper

The Legends Agency; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned company in South Africa is looking for a Bookkeeper to manage financial reporting and bookkeeping tasks. The ideal candidate must have a degree in Financial Accounting, strong attention to detail, and at least 5 years of experience. Responsibilities include bank reconciliations, managing logbooks, and preparing annual audit files. Competitive salary offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in a similar position.
• Able to follow processes.
• Own reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping up to balance sheet.
• Bank reconciliations.
• Managing logbooks for company fleet.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent computer skills

Bilingual

Education

Degree/Diploma in Financial Accounting

Tools

MS Office

SYSPRO

Job description

About the job Bookkeeper

BOOKKEEPER

COST TO COMPANY R18 500 R20 000 (experience dependent)

Closing Date: 30/06/2024

Description: The ideal candidate is a self-motivated and analytical individual with a systematic approach to work, as well as the ability to work independently and accurately under pressure.

A third generation, family-owned and managed Company. This means stability for our Employees and their families. It also means that you will be part of a company with plenty of opportunity to develop, whilst helping to shape our future. The average number of years each of our people have been with us is over 15; something that we are very proud of. For the past 60 years, we have been manufacturing quality wire products for its customers. Your work will enable the development of your province, country, and the rest of the world. Our products are found here and overseas in stadiums and bridges, they hold up the fresh produce that grace our tables, they keep miners safe underground, and our fencing products secure those who matter to you most. More likely than not, when you see a fence or concrete structure in Cape Town; our products are involved.

The successful candidate will be responsible for (but not limited to) for our group of companies:

• Bookkeeping up to balance sheet (Cashbook processing and journals)
• Bank reconciliations.
• GL recons for all balance sheet accounts
• Managing logbooks for company fleet/vehicles
• Monthly VAT201 and EMP201 reconciliation and submission
• Yearend closure and assistance in preparing the annual audit files.
• Creditors function, including monthly credit run.
• Capturing of purchase orders
• All other financial and administrative duties related to this position.

Essential qualifications, skills, and experience:

• Degree/ Diploma in Financial Accounting (BAcc/Com/BCompt) or similar
• Minimum 5 years experience in a similar position
• Excellent computer skills (MS Office, SYSPRO an advantage)
• Own reliable transport
• Preferably bilingual
• Able to follow processes.
• Strong attention to detail.