Bookkeeper

• Bookkeeping up to Trial Balance for at least 8 entities
  
• Prepare monthly Management Accounts and supporting schedules
  
• Process supplier invoices accurately and timeously
  
• Process monthly Point of Sale (POS) reports and reconciliations
  
• Process cashbooks and perform monthly bank reconciliations
  
• Process salary journals and related payroll accounting entries
  
• Process accounting journals, including accruals, provisions, depreciation, and other month-end adjustments
  
• Manage and process creditor payments
  
• Complete and submit credit applications as required
  
• Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset register
  
• Manage the full debtors function, including invoicing, allocations, collections, and reconciliations
  
• Monitor stock count variances and investigate discrepancies
  
• Prepare VAT reconciliations and submissions
  
• Prepare and submit PAYE and other statutory returns
  
• Reconcile control accounts and ensure accuracy of financial records
  
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
  
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and maintenance of financial documentation
  
• Liaise with auditors and provide supporting documentation during audits
  
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and relevant financial legislation
  
• Manage multiple entities and meet reporting deadlines independently
  

Requirements

• Grade 12
  
• Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (preferred)
  
• Minimum 3–5 years' relevant bookkeeping experience
  
• Previous experience in an Accounting Firm will be advantageous
  
• Proven experience with bookkeeping to Trial Balance and Management Accounts
  
• Experience with VAT and PAYE submissions
  
• Strong reconciliation experience, including Bank reconciliations, Debtors reconciliations, Control account reconciliations
  
• Experience with journal processing, including Accruals, Provisions and Depreciation journals
  
• Experience working in a multi-store, retail, or high-volume transaction environment
  
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office
  
• Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills
  
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations, and statutory compliance requirements