Senior Bookkeeper: VAT, Payroll & Financials Expert

Time Personnel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance company in Cape Town seeks a Senior Bookkeeper to manage comprehensive accounting functions. The role involves bookkeeping to trial balance, overseeing supplier and customer accounts, VAT returns, and payroll for two companies. Candidates should have a finance diploma and at least five years of relevant experience, particularly with Sage Accounting. Attention to detail and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of solid bookkeeping experience in a similar role.
• Technical knowledge of accounting concepts and financial reports.
• Good computer literacy and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping to Trial Balance for multiple companies.
• Oversee monthly recurring invoices and debt control.
• Prepare VAT returns and financial statements.

Skills

Sage Accounting

MS Excel

Analytic skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Diploma or certificate in finance or bookkeeping

Tools

Sage Payroll

Windows

Google Drive

Dropbox

OneDrive

Job description

A leading finance company in Cape Town seeks a Senior Bookkeeper to manage comprehensive accounting functions. The role involves bookkeeping to trial balance, overseeing supplier and customer accounts, VAT returns, and payroll for two companies. Candidates should have a finance diploma and at least five years of relevant experience, particularly with Sage Accounting. Attention to detail and strong communication skills are essential.