Job Description

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A reputable group operating within the water sustainability sector is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join their finance team at group level. This half-day morning role will support a growing group of five entities. The successful candidate will ensure accurate financial records, manage full bookkeeping functions, and support compliance across multiple companies.
Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full bookkeeping function up to trial balance and balance sheet.

• Maintain accurate records in Sage Accounting and Sage HR, ensuring timely reconciliations.

• Oversee debtors and creditors, including onboarding, invoicing, reconciliations, and payments.

• Manage payroll, statutory submissions (PAYE, UIF, SDL, EMP201, EMP501), and filing of supporting payroll documents.

• Prepare and submit VAT returns, corporate tax provisional and annual returns via SARS eFiling.

• Support intercompany billing, reconciliations, and reporting across multiple entities.

• Maintain the fixed asset register and insurance schedule.

• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements, and management packs.

• Assist with year-end close, audit packs, and compliance with IFRS for SMEs.

• Ensure all records are maintained on SharePoint in a structured and accessible format.

Requirements
Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or Degree (preferred) in Bookkeeping or Accounting.

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a full-function bookkeeping role, ideally across multiple entities.

• Proven ability to manage books to trial balance and balance sheet.

• Experience with Sage Accounting and Sage HR; knowledge of Xero or QuickBooks advantageous.

• Experience with SARS eFiling (VAT, EMP201, EMP501, corporate tax returns).

• Knowledge of IFRS for SMEs advantageous.

• Strong Excel, organisational, and communication skills.

• High level of accuracy, confidentiality, and integrity.

Benefits
This part-time role offers exposure to multi-entity bookkeeping, international operations, and opportunities for professional growth into roles such as full time Office Manager or Finance Manager.