Junior Bookkeeper

CLS; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A finance team in Centurion is looking for a detail-oriented Junior Bookkeeper. The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and preparing reconciliations. Ideal candidates should have a National Senior Certificate, relevant experience, and proficiency in accounting software and MS Office. This position offers room for professional development in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in a finance / accounting role.
• Completed SAIPA Articles preferred.
• Maintaining company financial records.

Responsibilities

• Capture and process general ledger transactions.
• Prepare and submit VAT201 reconciliations.
• Perform bank reconciliations.

Skills

Strong numeracy and analytical ability

Good administrative and organisational skills

Excellent communication (verbal and written)

Proficiency in MS Office (Excel – intermediate level)

Knowledge of Sage Accounting software

Proficient in Afrikaans and English

Education

National Senior Certificate

Accounting Diploma / BCom Accounting Degree

Tools

Sage Accounting

CaseWare

Job description

Overview

Our client, based in Highveld Techno Park, Centurion, is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Bookkeeper to join their finance team. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, preparing reconciliations, and supporting statutory submissions. This role offers the opportunity to develop professionally in a dynamic accounting environment.

Job Purpose : To ensure accurate capturing of transactions, reconciliation of accounts, and maintenance of financial records while providing support to the Accounting and Tax Manager and the broader finance team.

Requirements

Minimum education (essential) :

• National Senior Certificate

Minimum education (advantageous) :

• Accounting Diploma / BCom Accounting Degree.
• Completed SAIPA Articles.

Minimum applicable experience (years) :

• 3 years’ experience in a finance / accounting role.

Required nature of experience :

• Maintaining company financial records.
• General ledger processing, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Supplier and customer account management.
• VAT, EMP201, and SARS eFiling processes

Skills and Knowledge (essential) :

• Strong numeracy and analytical ability.
• Good administrative and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written).
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel – intermediate level).
• Knowledge of Sage Accounting software.

Skills and Knowledge (advantageous) :

• CaseWare
• Preparing financial statements for SMEs.
• Provisional tax and income tax submissions.

Other :

• Proficient in Afrikaans and English.
• Own transport and valid driver’s license.

Key Performance Areas

Accounting Transactions & Records

• Capture and process general ledger transactions.
• Process supplier and sales invoices.
• Maintain supplier and customer accounts.
• Post monthly journals (salary, depreciation, reallocations).

Reconciliations & Reporting

• Perform bank reconciliations.
• Prepare management accounts.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with intercompany reconciliations (advantageous).

Statutory Compliance

• Prepare and submit VAT201 reconciliations.
• Assist with VAT201 audits (advantageous).
• Prepare and submit EMP201 returns.
• Handle basic SARS correspondence and eFiling

Client & Stakeholder Liaison

• Liaise with clients to gather and confirm documentation.
• Assist with UIF and WCA registrations (advantageous).
• Support audit and statutory processes.

Ad-hoc & Departmental Support

• Provide ad-hoc support to the finance team.
• Assist with additional duties as requested by management.