Job Description

Are you detail-driven and excellent at keeping financial processes accurate and organised?

This is a key support role in our client's accounting team, assisting with day-to-day bookkeeping, payroll administration, reconciliations and maintaining accurate financial records.

They are a well-established company in the finance sector and requires your solid numerical accuracy and the ability to work efficiently in a deadline-driven environment.

REQUIREMENTS

Gr 12 or equivalent qualification
Bookkeeping or related qualification advantageous
3-4 years’ bookkeeping or payroll experience
Strong knowledge of VAT and SARS processes
Professional communication skills in both English and Afrikaans
Experience with Xero, Sage, Pastel or similar accounting software
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Ability to manage deadlines and work independently

DUTIES

Managing debtors, creditors, cashbooks, journals, and bank reconciliations
Processing bookkeeping transactions for a portfolio of clients
Assisting with SARS queries and submissions
Preparing and submitting VAT, PAYE, UIF, and EMP201/EMP501 returns
Preparing and maintaining accurate records up to Trial Balance
Processing monthly payroll, including salaries, wages, leave, and statutory deductions
Ensuring client records are complete, accurate, and compliant with deadlines
Preparing supporting schedules for monthly management accounts and year-end financial statements
Communicating professionally with clients to obtain information and provide feedback on outstanding matters

Salary: R negotiable dependent on experience

Junior Bookkeeper and Payroll Administrator - Remote

Job Description