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Job summary
A well-established company in Stellenbosch is seeking an Accounting Assistant to join their team. The ideal candidate will have at least 2-5 years of bookkeeping experience and strong skills in general ledger accounting. Responsibilities include maintaining ledger records, posting journal entries, and preparing trial balances. Proficiency in Xero Accounting Software and MS Excel is beneficial. If you're detail-oriented and can work both independently and collaboratively, this position is for you.
Qualifications
- 2 – 5 years' experience in bookkeeping or general ledger accounting.
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills in English.
- Computer literate with accounting software knowledge.
Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger records.
- Post journal entries and adjustments as required.
- Reconcile all Balance Sheet accounts.
- Prepare monthly trial balances and supporting schedules.
Skills
Education
Tools
Well-established company based in Technopark Stellenbosch has a vacancy for an Accounting Assistant with at least 2 -5 years experience in bookkeeping to general ledger accounting to join their successful team. The successful candidate will work closely with the Financial Manager
- Diploma in Accounting or Finance experience).
- SAIPA qualified (Not essential)
- 2 – 5 years’ experience in bookkeeping or general ledger accounting.
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills in English.
- Computer literate (MS Word, PowerPoint and MS Excel)
- Xero Accounting Software knowledge
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger records.
- Post journal entries and adjustments as required.
- Reconcile all Balance Sheet accounts, including bank, debtors, creditors, and control accounts.
- Prepare monthly trial balances and supporting schedules.
- Prepare accurate invoicing across multiple clients.
- Manage debtor and creditor ledgers, ensuring timely collections and payments.
- Prepare supplier reconciliations and oversee payment runs.
- Follow up on outstanding accounts and resolve invoicing discrepancies.
- Act as the first point of contact for clients on administrative and account queries.
- Support the Financial Manager in preparing management and financial reports.
- Maintain organised financial records and support internal and external audits.
- Work closely with administrative and operational teams to ensure accurate financial data capture.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of financial record-keeping.
- Solid understanding of accounting principles and reconciliation processes.
- Strong organisational and time management abilities; able to prioritise and meet deadlines.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills for cross-departmental collaboration.
- High degree of accountability, integrity, and confidentiality.
- Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.
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