Job Description<\/p>\n
\tA progressive financial compliance and advisory practice is looking for an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join their growing team as soon as possible. This position is being offered as an initial 3-month fixed-term contract, with the potential for extension and permanency for the right candidate. This is a full-time, office-based role (08h00 to 17h00, Monday to Friday) with some flexibility offered around lunch hours.\u00a0
\n\tThe firm works with SMMEs, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth clients, providing bookkeeping, accounting, tax, and payroll services tailored to each client. This role is suited to a seasoned bookkeeper who can manage multiple client accounts independently, deliver accurate financial information, and contribute to the firm\u2019s continued growth.<\/p>\n
Responsibilities:<\/p>\n
Bookkeeping & Financial Reporting<\/p>\n
\tManage weekly and monthly bookkeeping across multiple client accounts.
\n\tPerform bank reconciliations and cashbook processing across various accounting platforms.
\n\tPrepare monthly management reports including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, debtors, creditors, VAT reports, and general ledger reconciliations.
\n\tProcess accounting journals and manage a high volume of client books accurately and timeously.
\n\tAttend client meetings and maintain professional, trusted client relationships.
\n\tSubmit approved monthly reports to clients in line with agreed deadlines.<\/p>\n
Payroll<\/p>\n
\tProcess monthly and weekly payrolls, including payslips, payroll reconciliations, leave reports, EMP201s, and payroll analyses.
\n\tLiaise with clients to gather payroll inputs and resolve payroll-related queries.<\/p>\n
Tax & Compliance<\/p>\n
\tPrepare and submit VAT201, EMP201, EMP501 returns and IRP5s.
\n\tManage UIF submissions and uFiling registrations.
\n\tAssist with SARS reviews and audits for VAT, PAYE, Income Tax, and Provisional Tax.
\n\tStay up to date with South African tax legislation and regulatory changes.<\/p>\n
Ad-hoc & Client Support<\/p>\n
\tSupport senior management with ad hoc bookkeeping, accounting, tax, and eFiling work.
\n\tAssist with onboarding new clients and setting up structured digital client files.
\n\tMaintain meticulous records and ensure tasks are tracked and documented.
\n\tContribute to process improvements and operational efficiencies.
\n\tPlay an active role in supporting the continued growth of the firm.<\/p>\n
Requirements<\/p>\n
\tDiploma, Degree, or professional certification in Bookkeeping, Accounting, or related field.
\n\t5\u201310 years\u2019 experience in a bookkeeping\/accounting role within a practice environment.
\n\tProven ability to manage multiple client accounts independently, including high-net-worth clients.
\n\tHighly proficient in Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, SimplePay, SARS eFiling, uFiling, and EasyFile (Pastel Accounting\/Payroll advantageous).
\n\tStrong understanding of accounting principles and South African tax legislation.
\n\tExceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and time management.
\n\tConfident, professional communicator with a client-focused mindset.
\n\tSelf-motivated, reliable, and able to work autonomously and proactively.<\/p>\n
go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n
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