Snr Bookkeeper

Our client in the Financial Services is looking to employ a Senior Bookkeeper, in Stellenbosch who will Oversee client's financial data and compliance by maintaining accurate books on accounts payable and receivable, payroll, daily financial entries and reconciliations , preparation of trial balances and compilation of financial statements.

Responsibilities:

• Processing of bank and other entries on behalf of clients in relevant financial software package.
• Various reconciliations (Bank, Salaries, loan accounts and Creditors) within allocated due dates.
• Loading of creditor and other payments for approval / authorisation by relevant parties.
• Raising of debtor invoices where necessary.
• Allocating of expenses in correct categories.
• Maintenance of fixed asset register and reconciling the assets to the general ledger.
• Ensure all financial expenses have the necessary supporting documentation.
• Calculation, completion and submission of VAT201 returns. This includes preparing the reports necessary to communicate the VAT due to relevant client.
• Filing of all supporting documents on a monthly basis.
• Generate management reports for review by Accounting Manager.
• Preparation of trial balance suitable for compilation of annual financial statements as well as work to be performed by auditors.
• Process weekly, bi-weekly and monthly payroll.
• Submission of EMP201 returns.
• Calculation and submission of bi-annual EMP501 returns as well as the annual generation of IRP5 returns.
• This role has no direct reports.
• This role reports to the Accounting Manager.
• Understand and adhere to all company Policies & Procedures.
• Perform any other reasonable task required by the company.

Requirements:

• Tertiary degree/diploma/certificate in Finance/Accounting.
• Experience in the compilation of financial statements
• Completed SAICA/SAIPA/CIMA articles will be advantageous.
• Person must be structured, accurate and detail orientated.
• Experience working on Xero, Simplepay & Caseware would be advantageous.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Eager to learn and be able to grasp new concept quickly.
• Planning & prioritisation skills.
• Deadline driven.
• Attention to detail.
• Team player.
• Must have a valid drivers licence and own transport travel to and from clients will be required.