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Full Charge Bookkeeper
Job summary
A reputable bookkeeping firm in South Africa is seeking an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper. This role involves maintaining the general ledger, processing accounts payable and receivable, and managing payroll. Ideal candidates should have proven experience, proficiency in software like QuickBooks and MS Excel, and strong attention to detail. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment while ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial records.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Full Charge Bookkeeper or similar role.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial record-keeping.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and manage the general ledger, including posting journal entries.
- Oversee processing of invoices, payments, and collections.
- Prepare and present financial statements and reports.
Skills
Tools
US Bookkeeping firm looking for a full charge bookkeeper to maintain multiple clients.
- General Ledger: Maintain and manage the general ledger, including posting journal entries and reconciling accounts.
- Accounts Payable and Receivable: Oversee the processing of invoices, payments, collections and storage of supporting documents on the system.
- Payroll: Manage payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant laws.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare and present financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
- Bank Reconciliations: Perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
- Budgeting: Assist in the preparation and monitoring of budgets and forecasts.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial and accounting regulations.
- Audit: Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
- Software Management: Utilize accounting software to maintain financial data and generate reports.
- Experience: Proven experience as a Full Charge Bookkeeper or in a similar role.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero) and MS Excel.
- Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial record-keeping and reporting.
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Organization: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Ethics: Strong ethical standards and a high level of integrity.
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