Bookkeeper

Jackie Cory Recruitment; St. Francis Bay; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackie Cory Recruitment’s client is seeking a disciplined Bookkeeper to join the finance team in a structured, multi-company environment. Must reside in Kouga region with strong Excel skills and Pastel experience.

Responsibilities include full bookkeeping to trial balance, payroll review, VAT/PAYE submissions, and assisting with year-end audits. This role demands accuracy, ownership, and a proactive approach.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years bookkeeping experience.
• Experience with Pastel or similar accounting system.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in a multi-company environment advantageous.
• Relevant qualification in Accounting / Bookkeeping advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Handle full bookkeeping up to trial balance.
• Maintain general ledger, creditors, and debtors.
• Oversee creditors function.
• Review payroll outputs and ensure timely payments.
• Maintain fixed asset register.
• Prepare monthly management reports and variance analyses.
• Prepare bi-monthly cashflow reports.
• Prepare and monitor cash flow forecasts.
• Submit VAT, PAYE, and statutory returns on time.
• Assist with year-end audit preparation and audit packs.
• Support the Financial Manager with reporting and ad hoc finance requirements.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Pastel/Accounting software

Excel

Multi-company experience

Education

Accounting / Bookkeeping qualification

Tools

Pastel

Job description

Our client is seeking a disciplined and detail-driven Bookkeeper to join their finance team. This role is suited for someone who takes ownership of their work, maintains high standards of accuracy, and is comfortable working in a structured, multi-company environment.

Must reside in the Kouga Region!

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum 4 years’ bookkeeping experience.
• Relevant qualification in Accounting / Bookkeeping advantageous.
• Experience on Pastel or similar accounting system.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in a multi-company environment advantageous.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full bookkeeping function up to trial balance.
• Maintain accurate general ledger, creditors, and debtors.
• Oversee and control the creditors' function.
• Review payroll outputs and ensure accurate and timeous payments.
• Maintain and update the fixed asset register.
• Prepare monthly management reports and variance analysis.
• Prepare bimonthly cashflow reports.
• Prepare and monitor cash flow forecasts.
• Submit VAT, PAYE, and statutory returns accurately and on time.
• Assist with year-end audit preparation and audit packs.
• Support the Financial Manager with reporting and ad hoc finance requirements.