Bookkeeper

Essential Health Pharmacy Group; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Essential Health Pharmacy Group is seeking a detail‑oriented Bookkeeper to handle full accounting, payroll, and statutory returns. The role emphasizes accuracy, independence, and teamwork within a busy, supportive environment in the Northern Suburbs.

You will collaborate with branch managers and ensure timely financial processes while maintaining high standards of integrity and organisation. The ideal candidate has a relevant accounting qualification, 5 years of experience, and proficiency with

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary education in accounting.
• Solid verbal and written communication in English and Afrikaans.
• 5 years working experience.
• Valid driver’s licence and own transport.
• Must reside in the Northern Suburbs.

Responsibilities

• Complete full accounting function up to Trial Balance.
• Reconcile debtors and creditors.
• Upload payments to bank and manage cash book.
• Perform payroll calculations and processing.
• Monthly reconciliation of general ledger accounts.
• Prepare and submit statutory returns (EMP501/EMP201/VAT201).
• Rental calculations and monthly tenant billing.
• Interact with managers at branch level.

Skills

MS Office

Pastel Accounting

Payroll

SARS e-filing

Education

Accounting degree/diploma

Tools

MS Excel (intermediate)

Job description

Join the growing team at Essential Health Pharmacy Group! As we expand, we're looking for a Bookkeeper who’s eager to dive into all aspects of the business. Our team is known for being supportive, fun, and collaborative, making it the perfect place to grow your skills and enjoy your work every day. If you're ready to be part of an exciting, fast-paced environment where your contributions matter, we’d love to meet you!

Duties:

You will be required to perform the following primary duties :

• Full accounting function up to Trial Balance;
• Debtors and Creditors reconciliation;
• Upload of payments to Bank;
• Cash book management and review;
• Payroll calculations and processing;
• Reconciliation of general ledger accounts on a monthly basis;
• Statutory returns (EMP501/EMP201/VAT201) (preparation and submission);
• Rental calculations and monthly tenant billing;
• Interaction with managers at branch level.

Competencies:

• Computer Literate MS Office (Excel(intermediate))
• Accounting Packages (Pastel Accounting and Payroll)
• SARS e-filing experience
• Should be able to work independently and in a team environment
• Responsible (organise/analyse/prioritise)
• Prides themselves on a strong work ethic
• Not a clock watcher and deadline driven
• Perform under pressure
• Accurate and meticulous
• Resilient

Minimum requirements:

• Relevant tertiary education in accounting (a suitable degree/diploma)
• Solid verbal and written communication skills in English and Afrikaans
• 5 years working experience
• Valid driver’s licence and own transport
• Must reside in the Northern Suburbs