Senior Bookkeeper

Southcaperecruitment; Knysna; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a highly skilled Senior Bookkeeper to manage bookkeeping up to trial balance and handle multiple clients efficiently. The role requires expertise in VAT returns, payroll processing, and compliance with financial regulations. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of bookkeeping experience and relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years bookkeeping experience.
• Fully computer literate with experience in various accounting software.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining accurate financial records and processing transactions up to trial balance.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns and payroll processing.
• Communicating professionally with clients and managing multiple accounts.

Skills

Computer literacy

Financial reporting

Time management

Communication in English

Communication in Afrikaans

Education

Matric qualification

Relevant certificate or diploma in accounting

Tools

Xero

Pastel

Sage Online

QuickBooks Online

Zoho

Pastel Payroll

Excel

Job description

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Bookkeeper to join their team. The ideal candidate must be able to manage bookkeeping up to trial balance level and handle multiple clients efficiently.

This role requires expertise in VAT returns, Payroll processing, EMP201 & EMP501 submissions, as well as maintaining WCA and UIF compliance.

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Maintaining accurate financial records and processing transactions up to trial balance.
2. Preparing and submitting VAT returns, EMP201 and EMP501 returns.
3. Processing payroll and ensuring compliance with UIF and WCA requirements.
4. Maintaining an up-to-date asset register.
5. Working with multiple accounting software platforms including but not limited to: Xero, Pastel, Sage Online, QuickBooks Online, Zoho, Pastel Payroll, and Excel.
6. Handling multiple client accounts efficiently, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
7. Communicating professionally with clients, providing clear and timely updates.

Skills and Requirements:

1. Fully computer literate with experience in various accounting software.
2. Strong understanding of financial reporting and compliance.
3. Minimum of 5 years bookkeeping experience.
4. Matric qualification.
5. Relevant certificate or diploma in accounting, bookkeeping, or finance.
6. Excellent communication skills in both English and Afrikaans.
7. Strong time management skills in a professional services environment.

Required Experience: Senior IC

Key Skills: Graduate engineering, accounts administration, building materials, customer support, horticulture.

Employment Type: Full-Time

Department / Functional Area: Finance

Experience: [Specify number of years]

Vacancy: 1