Senior Bookkeeper / Accountant (FTC) - Available Immediately

Abantu Staffing Solutions; East London; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing accounting firm in East London seeks an experienced bookkeeper to manage full-function bookkeeping to trial balance. Responsibilities include financial reporting, tax submissions, and payroll processing. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance and provide insights for cash flow management, supporting strategic planning.

Qualifications

• Skilled in full-function bookkeeping to trial balance.
• Experience with statutory submissions (VAT, PAYE).
• Proficient in payroll calculations and reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain financial records and process all transactions.
• Prepare management accounts and financial reports.
• Manage and submit VAT returns and PAYE to SARS.
• Oversee payroll processing and reconciliations.
• Monitor cash flow and prepare forecasts.

Skills

Financial Record Maintenance

VAT Management

Payroll Processing

Cash Flow Management

Financial Reporting

Job description

Full Function Bookkeeping to Trial Balance:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, processing all transactions including debtors, creditors, cashbooks, journals, and general ledger entries.

Preparation of Management Accounts & Financial Reports:

• Compile monthly management accounts, financial statements and reports to support business decision-making.
• Review depreciation rates
• Fixed Assets
• Reviewing of Journals

VAT, PAYE & Statutory Submissions:

• Manage and submit VAT returns, PAYE and other statutory obligations to SARS, ensuring compliance and meeting deadlines.

Payroll Processing & Reconciliations:

• Oversee payroll calculations, processing, and related reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and adherence to legislative requirements.

Cash Flow Management & Forecasting:

• Monitor cash flow, prepare forecasts, and provide financial insights to maintain the company’s financial health and support strategic planning.