Job Description

Bookkeeper

An accounting firm in Germiston is looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to join their team. The role would entail the responsibilities listed below with a special focus on preparing financial statements on the accounting software and Caseware as well as submitting tax returns and dealing with SARS queries.

Education and Qualification Requirements

Minimum education (essential)

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting or Finance

Minimum applicable experience (years)

• Minimum of 7 years of bookkeeping experience preferable in an auditing or accounting practise

Required nature of experience

• Experience with SARS e-filing submissions and dealing with SARS queries
• Proficient in tax and experience with solving SARS queries

Skills and Knowledge (essential)

• Proficiency in accounting software (Sage Evolution and Sage Accounting) and Microsoft Office
• Proficiency in Caseware software
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks

Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate financial records, including bookkeeping, reconciliations and journal entries
• Ensuring timely payments and collections of accounts payable and receivable
• Prepare and analyse financial statements and reports
• Assist with budget preparation and forecasting
• Maintain compliance with tax laws and regulations
• Submit tax returns including Income Tax, VAT and EMP returns and handle tax queries independently
• Assist with audits and other financial reporting requirements
• Provide support to the accounting team as needed
• Manage intercompany loan accounts and transactions between our group of companies
• Reconcile intercompany balances and resolve any discrepancies
• Prepare intercompany invoices and ensure proper recording of intercompany transactions
• Perform any other duties required that could be expected from the position

Remuneration

Market-related

CLS Human Capital Specialists