Accountant / Senior Bookkeeper

Johannesburg
Salary: R25 000.00 - R30 000.00 Per Month (Negotiable)
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Accounting
Reference: 79258

Apply before Apr 10 2026 | 31 Days left

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Vacancy Details

Employer: Unique Personnel

Key Responsibilities

Manage full accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
Maintain inventory records and cashbook control
Manage and maintain general ledger accounts
Maintain the Fixed Asset Register
Prepare monthly Balance Sheet and Income Statement
Perform bookkeeping up to trial balance, including VAT reconciliations and submissions
Prepare and submit Income Tax, VAT, and PAYE returns, including handling SARS queries
Compile IFRS for SMEs financial statements
Manage and oversee junior bookkeeping staff
Perform full payroll function, including PAYE reconciliations and submissions
Liaise with and manage external audits, including responding to audit queries
Perform company secretarial duties
Undertake special projects and ad hoc accounting tasks as required

Candidate Requirements

Key Requirement

BCom Degree in Accounting or related field (essential)
Completed articles
3–5 years’ experience in a similar Accountant or Senior Bookkeeper role
Experience in the construction or logistics industry (advantageous)
Advanced Excel skills (essential)
Proficiency in MS Office
Experience with:

Sage Business Cloud Accounting
Sage Business Cloud Payroll
SARS eFiling
Draftworx

Competencies & Personal Attributes

Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Deadline-driven and able to work under pressure
Honest, reliable, and professional
Analytical with strong numerical ability
Calm temperament and professional demeanor
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think creatively
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
Excellent communication with colleagues and clients

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