Bookkeeper (JB5666)

Kontak Recruitment; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper in Centurion, Gauteng, to manage the full financial records up to Trial Balance using Pastel Evolution. The candidate should have strong bookkeeping expertise, leadership ability, and a minimum of 5 years of experience. Responsibilities include maintaining financial records, managing creditors and debtors, and ensuring compliance with tax legislation. This is a permanent role with a monthly salary of R25,000 to R30,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ bookkeeping experience.
• Strong knowledge of statutory requirements and TAX legislation.
• Ability to work independently and manage a small finance support team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain complete and accurate financial records.
• Conduct quarterly stocktakes and reconcile to Pastel Evolution.
• Prepare documentation for internal and external audits.
• Respond to financial queries from management.
• Track asset depreciation and perform ad hoc financial analysis.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Leadership ability

Proficiency in Pastel Evolution

Knowledge of statutory requirements

Education

Grade 12

Tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Pastel Evolution

Job description

Overview

Bookkeeper (JB5666) – Centurion, Gauteng. R25 – 30 000 CTC per month. Permanent.

Seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Bookkeeper to manage the full set of financial records up to Trial Balance using Pastel Evolution. This role requires accuracy, integrity, and efficiency in handling financial transactions while supporting audits, inventory management, and business operations. In addition to core bookkeeping, the role carries oversight of the Creditors and Debtors functions, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and timely completion of tasks. The ideal candidate is a deadline-driven professional with proven bookkeeping expertise and strong leadership ability.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12
• Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or related field (advantageous).
• Minimum of 5 years’ bookkeeping experience.
• Proficiency in Pastel Evolution (non-negotiable).
• Strong knowledge of statutory requirements and TAX legislation.
• Ability to work independently and manage a small finance support team

Duties and Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping & Financial Reporting: Maintain complete and accurate financial records. Process and reconcile creditors, debtors, and supplier accounts. Perform monthly creditors reconciliations and prepare supplier payments. Submit VAT201 reports bi-monthly. Prepare financial statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow). Analyse financial reports for trends and variances. Manage accounts receivable and ensure accurate recordkeeping.
• Inventory & Stock Management: Conduct quarterly stocktakes and reconcile to Pastel Evolution. Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies. Import and process stock figures into accounting system. Support warehouse staff with stock reporting and reconciliation.
• Audit & Compliance: Prepare and provide documentation for internal and external audits. Ensure compliance with financial and tax legislation. Respond to auditor queries and assist with statutory submissions.
• Business Support & Stakeholder Engagement: Respond to financial queries from management. Prepare financial data for budgets, forecasts, and reporting. Assist with accurate cash flow projections. Resolve vendor and client payment or invoice queries. Investigate and resolve bank reconciliation discrepancies.
• Special Projects & Ad Hoc: Track asset depreciation and perform ad hoc financial analysis. Support financial input for projects as required. Adapt to changing business needs across the finance function.

Notes

Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.

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