Junior Bookkeeper - Sandton

Catch Recruit; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in South Africa is seeking a motivated Junior Bookkeeper with 1-2 years of experience. The role involves managing accounting tasks such as reconciliations and preparing management accounts, alongside using software like Sage and QuickBooks. This position offers benefits like Provident Fund and Medical Aid.

Benefits

Provident Fund

Medical Aid

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years' experience in bookkeeping.
• Experience with SARS eFiling processes.
• Strong skills in accounting software like Sage, Xero, and QuickBooks.

Responsibilities

• Perform bank and general ledger reconciliations.
• Prepare and maintain monthly management accounts.
• Manage SARS eFiling submissions for PAYE, VAT, and income tax.

Skills

Bookkeeper

Accounting

SARS

Excel

Microsoft Office

Education

Diploma

Tools

Sage Business Cloud Accounting

Xero

QuickBooks Online

Job description

About the Position We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Bookkeeper with 1 to 2 years of experience.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for a range of accounting tasks including bank and general ledger reconciliations (including future-dated items), asset register management, and preparation of management accounts.

Experience in Sage Business Cloud Accounting, Xero and QuickBooks Online is essential, along with working knowledge of SARS eFiling processes for PAYE, VAT, EMP, and income tax.

Key Responsibilities Perform bank reconciliations Reconcile supplier and customer accounts accurately and on time Perform general ledger account reconciliations, including future-dated items Maintain and update the fixed asset register Prepare and maintain depreciation schedules Prepare monthly management accounts Assist in the preparation of financial reports for internal use Process monthly payroll (if applicable) File and manage SARS eFiling submissions for : PAYE, UIF, SDL VAT EMP Income tax returns Collaborate with external auditors and internal teams Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and internal policies Participate in team initiatives and administrative support Desired Skills Bookkeeper Accounting SARS Excel Microsoft Office Desired Work Experience 1 to 2 years Bookkeeping Desired Education Level Diploma Employer & Job Benefits Provident Fund Medical Aid