Bookkeeper - Johannesburg

Vine Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Bookkeeper to manage full-function bookkeeping to trial balance. The ideal candidate will have proven experience, proficiency in Sage Pastel, and strong attention to detail. The role is office-based, requiring excellent time management and communication skills in both English and Afrikaans. This position operates Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar bookkeeping role.
• Ability to process invoices, payments, receipts, and journals.
• Capable of handling bank and creditor reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Full function bookkeeping to trial balance.
• Preparation of reports for management.
• Assistance with payroll and statutory submissions if required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Afrikaans

Tools

Sage Pastel

Job description

Key Responsibilities :

Full function bookkeeping to trial balance

Processing of invoices, payments, receipts, and journals

Bank and creditor reconciliations

VAT submissions and general ledger maintenance

Assistance with payroll and statutory submissions (if required)

Preparation of reports for management

Requirements :

Proven experience in a similar bookkeeping role

Proficient in Sage Pastel

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

Strong communication and time management skills

Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Fluent in English and Afrikaans

Working Conditions :

Office-based position

Monday to Friday