Bookkeeper and Financial Administrator

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 50 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Bookkeeper/Financial Administrator to join their dynamic team. This role, based in River Gate, involves managing full bookkeeping functions, ensuring compliance with tax regulations, and providing financial advice to directors. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience, proficiency in Sage Accounting, and excellent administrative skills. If you thrive in a detail-oriented environment and are passionate about accounting, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact while working closely with a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of bookkeeping/accounting experience required.
• Proficiency in Sage Accounting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform full bookkeeping functions up to Trial Balance and Income Statement.
• Assist with external audits and ensure compliance with SARS.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Sage Accounting

Payroll Processing

Tax Submissions

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Education

Diploma or Degree in Accounting

Tools

Sage

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform full bookkeeping functions up to Trial Balance, Balance Sheet, and Income Statement
• Manage all office administration to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
• Capture and process data to clear accounting backlogs
• Assist with external audits and ensure compliance with SARS and other relevant authorities
• Handle full accounting, tax, and payroll functions using Sage
• Order stock and pay creditors
• Provide financial advice to directors
• Ensure sound accounting practices are maintained

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of bookkeeping/accounting experience
• Proficiency in Sage Accounting (essential)
• Strong knowledge of payroll processing and tax submissions
• Ability to work independently and manage a small office environment
• Meticulous attention to detail and excellent time management skills
• Reside within close proximity to River Gate
• Diploma or Degree is advantageous
• Own transport
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans

Desired Skills:

• Diploma or Degree
• Experience with Trial Balance
• Proficiency in Sage

Desired Work Experience:

• 5 to 10 years

About The Employer:

We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper/Financial Administrator to join our dynamic team in River Gate. This is a 3-month contract for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual with a strong accounting background and excellent administrative skills. The role involves catching up on backlog work and organizing financial files. The ideal candidate should be from Parklands, Table View, Flamingo Vlei, Blaauwberg, Melkbosstrand, Milnerton, or surrounding areas.

Employer & Job Benefits:

• Salary