Junior Bookkeeper

Overview

Since 1991 our client has been packaging and managing the sale of houses in the affordable market – completing numerous developments in various sectors including group housing projects, high-density student accommodation, sectional title projects and industrial sites mostly within townships.

They’ve built a portfolio as a reputable developer of homes for households earning too much to qualify for a RDP house, but too little to secure traditional home loans in the private property market.

Based in Randburg (JHB), an opportunity for a Junior Bookkeeper to join their team has become available. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with excellent numeracy talent who would like to learn and grow in accounting function.

It is a permanent, full-time, in-office role.

Immediately available applications is preferred.

Purpose of Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for extensive and thorough daily bookkeeping support and tracking. Being comfortable with end-to-end accounting and payroll functions is key to this position.

If you are reliable, detail-oriented and thrive in a finance/numeracy support role within a small team and fast-paced environment – then we invite you to apply.

Skills

• strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and working exposure to accounting software


• advanced numeracy skills for bookkeeping and accounting needs


• clear and courteous verbal and written communication skills


• excellent listening skills


• ability to accurately perform data entry


• ability to manage financial records


• strong analytical and problem-solving skills


• meticulous attention to detail, accuracy and thoroughness


• deadline-focused with appropriate responsiveness and quick turnaround time in completion of tasks


• well organised and efficient


• ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team


• sound judgement and trustworthiness


• able to maintain a high-level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information

Qualifications

Education = National Senior Certificate (minimum)

Experience = Minimum of 1-year in a bookkeeping position with a strong focus on numeracy

Accounting and Finance skills, including understanding of accounting principles and practices

Package

R18k CTC depending on skill and experience