Bookkeeper & GL Specialist - 2-5 Years Experience

University of Fort Hare; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established company in Stellenbosch is seeking an Accounting Assistant to join their team. The ideal candidate will have at least 2-5 years of bookkeeping experience and strong skills in general ledger accounting. Responsibilities include maintaining ledger records, posting journal entries, and preparing trial balances. Proficiency in Xero Accounting Software and MS Excel is beneficial. If you're detail-oriented and can work both independently and collaboratively, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• 2 – 5 years' experience in bookkeeping or general ledger accounting.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills in English.
• Computer literate with accounting software knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger records.
• Post journal entries and adjustments as required.
• Reconcile all Balance Sheet accounts.
• Prepare monthly trial balances and supporting schedules.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Diploma in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Xero Accounting Software

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

Job description

A well-established company in Stellenbosch is seeking an Accounting Assistant to join their team. The ideal candidate will have at least 2-5 years of bookkeeping experience and strong skills in general ledger accounting. Responsibilities include maintaining ledger records, posting journal entries, and preparing trial balances. Proficiency in Xero Accounting Software and MS Excel is beneficial. If you're detail-oriented and can work both independently and collaboratively, this position is for you.