: Bookkeeper

SUMMARY:
We require a meticulous and detail-oriented bookkeeper who can process multiple companies books to trial balance, manage the creditors function, detailed ledger and always maintain a high-level of accuracy, traceability, compliance and confidentiality

POSITION INFO:

• Process and maintain books to trial balance.
• Process and maintain all cashbooks daily and ensure they balance to the bank statement daily.
• Manage & Maintain the detailed ledger, the loan accounts, intercompany loan accounts, journals & reconciliations, monthly.
• Ensure Supplier & Customer Ageing balances with the trail balance.
• Handle the creditors’ function - Ensure supplier Invoice Information is captured accurately, Supplier account details are kept up to date, supplier accounts are reconciled monthly & suppliers are paid on time.
• Be responsible for all SARS & statutory returns & requirements. Track, trace & reconcile SARS returns & payments, Ensure SARS is paid on time. Ensure SARS compliance.
• Prepare information for the external accountants/auditors.
• Asset Register is kept up to date. 
• All compliance documents are up to date and have not expired.
• All filing is kept up to date, is organised, systematic and compliant. 
• All other functions typically required in the role of a bookkeeper and administrator.
• Any other task necessary for the conduct of the employer’s business, as the employer may from time to time direct

• Applicants should have an appropriate Certificate or Diploma in Bookkeeping and at least 4-6 years relevant bookkeeping/ accounts experience, MS Excel and accounting software knowledge and experience.
• Proven experience as a Bookkeeper or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles.
• Experience and knowledge of SARS requirements and compliance.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience on ERPNEXT Accounting Software will be highly advantageous but not essential.