Bookkeeper / Accountant

RecruitMyMom; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An accounting firm seeks a skilled Accountant to join their team in a full-time, permanent role. This position offers flexible hours and hybrid working options, catering especially to working moms. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of post-articles experience, be proficient in Xero and CaseWare, and possess strong communication skills. Responsibilities include bookkeeping for multiple clients, managing bank reconciliations, and processing payroll and tax filings. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive team in a dynamic environment, where you can truly make a difference in clients' financial management.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' post articles experience or 10 years' experience.
• Degree in Accounting or SAIPA qualified preferred.

Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping for multiple clients and monthly management accounts.
• Processing payroll, VAT, PAYE, and SARS filing requirements.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Communication Skills

Ownership of Work

Fluency in Afrikaans

Education

Degree in Accounting

SAIPA Qualification

Tools

Xero

CaseWare

Job description

Job Description
An accounting firm is looking for an Accountant with at least two years' post articles experience to join their team. An accounting practice background is required, being able to deal with multiple clients simultaneously working on Xero and CaseWare. The role will include being an outsourced accountant for clients, a financial control function and if you can assist in drafting financial statements support with that function. This is a full-time, permanent position offering flexible working hours and hybrid working for the working mom.

Responsibilities:

• Bookkeeping for multiple clients monthly
• Performing bank reconciliation, debtors and creditors reconciliation
• Monthly management accounts
• Processing payroll
• Processing VAT, PAYE, and SARS filing requirements
• Processing journals
• Coaching and reviewing the work of accounting clerks

Requirements:

• Degree in Accounting, SAIPA qualified or busy with would be ideal.
• A minimum of two years' post articles or 10 years' experience
• Fluent in Afrikaans
• Computer literate with experience working on Xero and CaseWare
• Ability to take ownership of your work
• Good communication skills
• Willing to be part of a team