Junior Accountant / Senior Bookkeeper

ZealHR; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting services company is seeking a Junior Accountant / Senior Bookkeeper based in Bellville, Cape Town. This role requires strong attention to detail, bookkeeping skills, and proficiency in accounting software like Sage and Xero. You will manage financial transactions, prepare tax returns, and ensure compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates are deadline-oriented team players with excellent analytical and interpersonal skills. Join a dynamic team and advance your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Excel is essential.
• Knowledge of Sage and Xero will be beneficial.
• Experience with SARS Efiling is required.

Responsibilities

• Document financial transactions in the General Ledger system.
• Process invoices, payments, and perform account reconciliations.
• Prepare tax returns including Income tax, VAT, and PAYE.

Skills

Strong bookkeeping skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work in cross-cultural settings

Deadline orientated

Education

Knowledge of tax compliance

Knowledge of accounting software

Tools

Sage

Xero

MS Office (Excel)

Job description

Job Description

We have an amazing opportunity for a Junior Accountant / Senior Bookkeeper, based in Bellville, Cape Town.

Responsibilities

• To document financial transactions in the General Ledger system;
• Accounts payable (i.e. processing invoices, payments and reconciliation of accounts, maintain accounts payable age analysis, etc.);
• Accounts receivable (i.e. processing invoices, receipts and reconciliation of accounts, maintain accounts receivable age analysis, etc.);
• Maintain cashflow forecasts and reports;
• Balance sheet reconciliations;
• Assist with monthly management accounts;
• Assist with audit related queries;
• Petty cash reconciliation;
• Accounts payable journals and accruals;
• Accounts receivable journals and accruals;
• Online payments;
• SARS administration;
• Preparation of tax returns: Income tax, provisional tax, VAT and PAYE;
• To maintain financial security by following internal controls;
• Maintenance of internal systems and client files (electronic and hard copies);
• Stay up to date and comply with latest legislation.

Requirements

• Ability to work in cross-cultural settings;
• Team player, motivated;
• Strong bookkeeping skills;
• Strong analytical skills;
• Knowledge of all MS Office applications - proficiency in Excell is essential;
• Knowledge of Sage and Xero will be beneficial;
• Knowledge of tax compliance - especially income tax, provisional tax, VAT and payroll taxes;
• Knowledge and experience of SARS Efiling;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to perform duties with limited supervision;
• Deadline orientated ;
• Hands-on, proactive approach;
• Knowledge of accounting software;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Knowledge of various professional industries, including investment property and AI software processing will be advantageous;
• FMCG knowledge essential;
• Basic forex and currency exchange experience.