Senior Bookkeeper

Feeblo; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper to oversee financial record-keeping and ensure compliance with tax regulations. This role involves maintaining accounting records, processing payroll, and preparing VAT returns. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting software, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to streamline bookkeeping processes. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial management. This is an exciting opportunity for those who are passionate about finance and seek to make a significant impact in a professional environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of full-cycle bookkeeping experience required.
• Proficiency in cloud accounting software essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain full set of accounting records and perform bank reconciliations.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and ensure compliance with tax regulations.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

National Diploma in Financial Accounting / Bookkeeping (NQF 6)

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Pastel

Sage

VIP / Sage Payroll

SimplePay

Advanced Excel

Job description

The Senior Bookkeeper oversees accurate financial record-keeping, ensures compliance with tax regulations, and manages day-to-day accounting operations. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, proficiency in accounting software, and the ability to streamline bookkeeping processes for efficiency and accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain full set of accounting records (General Ledger, Trial Balance)
• Perform bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Process accounts payable / receivable (invoices, payments, receipts)

2. Payroll & Employee Administration

• Calculate salaries, overtime, bonuses, and deductions
• Submit monthly PAYE, UIF, and SDL to SARS
• Issue IRP5 / IT3(a) certificates annually

3. VAT & Tax Compliance

• Prepare and submit VAT201 returns (including VAT reconciliations)
• Ensure compliance with SARS tax deadlines
• Assist with annual income tax returns (ITR14 for companies)
• Generate monthly management accounts (Income Statement, Balance Sheet)
• Prepare cash flow statements for business planning
• Assist with year-end audit files

5. Process Improvement & Automation

• Implement cloud accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)
• Automate recurring transactions and reconciliations

6. Compliance & Internal Controls

• Ensure adherence to IFRS for SMEs
• Monitor fraud prevention measures

Technical Skills

Accounting Software : Xero, QuickBooks, Pastel, Sage

Tax Knowledge : VAT, PAYE, UIF, SARS eFiling

Advanced Excel : PivotTables, VLOOKUP, Formulas

Payroll Processing : VIP / Sage Payroll, SimplePay

Regulatory Compliance : Companies Act, IFRS for SMEs

Soft Skills

• Attention to Detail – Ensuring 100% accuracy in records
• Time Management – Meeting SARS and payroll deadlines
• Problem-Solving – Resolving reconciliation discrepancies
• Communication – Liaising with accountants, auditors, and management

Qualifications & Certifications

Mandatory :

• National Diploma in Financial Accounting / Bookkeeping (NQF 6)
• 5+ years of full-cycle bookkeeping experience

Preferred :

• SARS eFiling certification

Experience Requirements

• Senior Bookkeeper : 5+ years (full financial function)