- Gauteng
- Salary: Market Related
- Job Type: Contract
- Sectors: Accounting FMCG
- Reference: 2326349
Vacancy Details
- Recording Financial Transactions: Documenting all income and expenses, purchases, sales revenue, invoices, and payments in the appropriate ledgers.
- Accounts Payable and Receivable: Managing the end-to-end process of vendor invoices and tracking customer payments and outstanding debts.
- Bank Reconciliation: Comparing the company's financial records (general ledger) with bank and credit card statements to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.
- Payroll Processing: Calculating employee wages, deductions, and taxes, and ensuring timely payment and compliance with relevant regulations.
- Financial Reporting: Preparing basic financial reports and summaries, such as balance sheets, income statements (profit and loss), and cash flow statements for management review and decision-making.
- Compliance and Documentation: Ensuring all financial actions comply with local, state, and federal legal requirements and maintaining an organized filing system for all financial documents and records.
- Assisting Accountants: Collaborating with external accountants or auditors, often by bringing the books to the trial balance stage, for year-end reporting and tax filings.
We are looking a Bookkeeper to manage the business's daily financial transactions and maintain accurate, up-to-date financial records. This role is vital for tracking cash flow and generating the foundational data used for financial reporting and tax purposes.
Key Responsibilities
Required Skills
- Creditors: 4 to 5 years
- Debtors: 4 to 5 years
- Finance: 4 to 5 years
- Bookeeper: 4 to 5 years
Candidate Requirements
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, MYOB).
- Strong Microsoft Excel and data entry skills.
- Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and practices (like double-entry bookkeeping).
- Soft Skills:
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with teams and clients.
- Problem-solving abilities to identify and resolve discrepancies.
Required Skills and Qualifications
A high school diploma is typically required, while an associate's or bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field is often preferred. Relevant professional certifications, such as a Certified Bookkeeper (CB) designation, can also be advantageous.
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