Detail‑Driven Bookkeeper & Payroll Administrator

Time Personnel; Plettenberg Bay; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Time Personnel in Plettenberg Bay is seeking a detail-driven Bookkeeper and Payroll Administrator to support the accounting team with day-to-day bookkeeping, payroll processing, reconciliations and accurate record-keeping. The role requires VAT/SARS knowledge, Xero/Sage/Pastel experience, and strong English/Afrikaans communication, with deadlines to meet and the ability to work independently.

You will manage debtors, creditors, cashbooks, journals and monthly payroll, and assist with VAT and EMP

Qualifications

• Gr 12 or equivalent qualification.
• 3-4 years bookkeeping or payroll experience.
• Strong knowledge of VAT and SARS processes.
• Professional communication in English and Afrikaans.
• Experience with Xero, Sage, Pastel or similar software.

Responsibilities

• Managing debtors, creditors, cashbooks, journals and bank reconciliations.
• Processing bookkeeping transactions for a portfolio of clients.
• Assisting with SARS queries and submissions.
• Preparing and submitting VAT, PAYE, UIF and EMP201/EMP501 returns.
• Maintaining records up to Trial Balance.
• Processing monthly payroll, including salaries and deductions.
• Ensuring client records are complete and compliant with deadlines.
• Preparing supporting schedules for monthly management accounts and year-end statements.

Education

Gr 12 or equivalent qualification

Tools

Xero

Sage

Pastel

Job description

Time Personnel in Plettenberg Bay is seeking a detail-driven Bookkeeper and Payroll Administrator to support the accounting team with day-to-day bookkeeping, payroll processing, reconciliations and accurate record-keeping. The role requires VAT/SARS knowledge, Xero/Sage/Pastel experience, and strong English/Afrikaans communication, with deadlines to meet and the ability to work independently.

You will manage debtors, creditors, cashbooks, journals and monthly payroll, and assist with VAT and EMP