Overview of salaries statistics of the profession "Bookkeeper Jobs in South Africa"

Do you live in the Stellenbosch area and have an excellent track record with the duties of bookkeeping to trial balance? Very important that this individual is fully bilingual in both English and Afrikaans.This is a lovely small and growing finance team who are passionate about the work they do. If you are a self-starter with excellent attention to detail this will benefit their team.Requirements:Matric with relevant qualificationMin 5+ years’ experience in a bookkeeping roleExperience in Xero advantageous.Bilingual in English and AfrikaansExcellent financial acumen, accuracy, and attention to detailAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlinesStrong attention to detailOwn transportDuties and Responsibilities:Maintain an accurate record of financial transactions for the companyUpdate and maintain the general ledgerReconciliation of entries into the Xero accounting systemDebtors and Creditors functionsMaintain the trial balanceAccount reconciliation to assert the accuracy of transactionsVarious SARS related administrative dutiesManaging the VAT returnsManagement of the banking, loading of payments etcMonitor any variances from projected budgetManaging the filing systemGeneral administration duties related to managing the finance sector

Our Client, a well established Firm of Auditors, Accountants and Tax Practitioners, currently holds a vacancy for a Bookkeeper with experience in this Sector.R20 000 – R30 000 Depending on years experience and Tertiary Qualification.Duties and Responsibilities:Full financial Bookkeeping function to Trial BalanceWorking on Pastel Accounting Software, Xero and E-Filing. Any experience on Caseware will be beneficial. Any Tertiary financial Diploma/Certificate will be beneficialAll SARS related Admin. PAYE calculations, VATRequirements:Minimum 5 years work experience (work independently) as BookkeeperMinimum Qualification to Apply – Matric certificateAny Tertiary Financial/Bookkeeping Certificate / Diploma will be Beneficial – but not a strict Requirement

A financial entity (imports / exports) holds vacancy for an assistant to Accountant – Half-day.Opportunity available for a Half day Bookkeeper – must have experience handling the full bookkeeping function up to trial balance, supplier recons, Debtors/Creditors, Payroll Journals etc. Preference to a candidate with experience dealing with multi currency clients.Work experience on Pastel and Xero is essential.NOT A HYBRID POSITION.R15 000 per month.

Has your financial experience been taking books to trial balance and dealing extensively with clients?We require a dedicated financial person who has advanced excel and pastel skills to form an important part of our clients small finance team at their premises based in Pinelands.Minimum Requirements:Matric, Bookkeeping qualification / diploma requiredMinimum 3 years post diplomaComputer literate (Advanced Excel and Pastel)Fluency in Information technology or systems an advantageDuties and Responsibilities:Bookkeeping to trial balance.Accurate daily capturing and processing on Pastel Accounting system.Processing staff deductions in time for monthly payroll deadlines.Timeous and accurate preparing debtors and creditors reconciliationsAccurate and timeous reviewing of cash balance and following up on debtors.Processing monthly bank reconciliations to schedule.Controlling of Petty Cash for the various departments.Accurate, timeous, and efficient preparation of monthly accounts for the residents and dealing with any queries efficiently and professionally.Preparing the month-end reconciliation file for the Financial Manager within agreed time frame.Assist with Trust accounts when required as back up.Assist with maintaining Asset Register when required.Assisting the Financial Manager with Audit file preparation, preparation of annual budget and various administration duties as assigned.Preparing monthly invoicing and statementsRecording of invoices, reconciliations and monthly statements for medical supplies.Maintenance of stock control systems

Duties and Responsibilities:Performing bookkeeping duties such as recording, posting and processing of day to day financial transactions and to perform related reconciliations.Assist in preparing invoices, credit notes and deal with suppliers/clientscapturing of cashbooksAssist with month end closing proceduresGeneral admin tasks relating to the business entityRequirements:Matric requiredBookkeeping experience ( 1 – 2 years) – idealStrong administrative backgroundBookkeeping qualification advantageousDeadline drivenTeam playerGood communication skills ( written and verbal)

Do you have a good track record of bookkeeping and debtors experience, analytical and accurate qualities, and highly proficient in Excel (v-lookups/H-lookups/formulas)?Our client in Montague Gardens requires a bright, positive, willing to learn candidate who can accept responsibility, a peoples person who enjoys to be in charge of an office where they are the “go to” person in getting everything sorted.Immediately available highly advantageous.Requirements:Grade 12, Basic accounting Diploma advantageousProficient in Excel (v-lookups / H-lookups / formulas) word / outlookExperience with Xero an advantage.Bilingual (English – speak / Afrikaans – understand)Presentable with outgoing well-spoken, confident & friendly communication skillsExcellent financial acumen with accountsOwn transport essentialAbility to take on responsibilities, use initiative and work well in a team & independentlyDuties and Responsibilities:Reporting to the Director and Financial ManagerTracking of Servicing invoicing for both Cape Town and Durban branchesReconciliation of all closed services per month invoiced.Follow up on outstanding accountsCreate proforma invoices and track deposits (request deposits)Final Invoice send to customer upon finalisation of jobJob Costing InstallationsEnsure job costings accurate and complete for the month (Dbn / Cpt / Jhb)Cost of Sales report (monthly) – Services/Spares (Cpt / Dbn / Jhb)Certificates (SASA / SAGA / AASA – annual) to client upon completion of job and receipt of final paymentAssist with insurance Claims – (Dbn / Cpt / Jhb)Trade – manage WIP / check proforma’s converted correctly to invoices – distributed to clientManage rental agreementsXero – process invoice / credit notes daily – allocation of receipt from/to WIP and daily receipts to closed jobs.Manage client enquiries telephonically helping and going the extra mile ensuring you can get back to them with exact information requiredBuild sound relationships with clients, enjoy being the go to person when help is neededRegistrations of any new contract fitters that are working on siteRecord daily hours worked by all employees, complete monthly and weekly schedulesChecking of working hours and daily signing in and outManaging sick leave schedules and administration requiredManaging inhouse database of customer listsEnsure that jobs being worked on are updated daily as to the current fitment statusManage costing compilations for all work requirementsOversee HR for staff with opening new files, drawing up contracts, issuing of payslipsManage transport invoices at month endEnsure administration for health and safety compilation is updated and on file when neededManage the royalties’ programmeFor rental units ensure month rental and water and sewerage accounts are issued timeously and payments are receivedReconciliation of vehicle fleet for Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban

Our well known Commercial dealer client based in Polokwane, Limpopo is looking to employ an experienced Bookkeeper.This position will be suited to an experienced person who has the ability to ensure the accurate completion of all reporting requirements and management accounts according to best practice accounting principles.The candidate needs to excel at organisation and pay attention to detail. Skills with math and numbers also prove beneficial. The candidate should be familiar with accounting and bookkeeping as a whole. Accuracy in accounting computations and data entry are also a critical skill that is required.Preferences:Previous experience as a Bookkeeper in the Commercial Vehicle Industry, requiredCertificate in Bookkeeping or Accounting (or relevant equivalent NQF5+ qualification) is preferred.Qualification in Finances, advantageous.Duties and Responsibilities:Responsible to control the full debtor’s function at the dealership, such as (but not limited to):Prepare, report and consolidate financial statements:Generate trial balances and reconciliations.Accurately prepare and review all reconciliations.Ensure all accruals and journal entries up to date.Prepare cost allocations for payments and deposits.Manage all payments and allocation of receipts (i.e. cheques, electronic fund transfers etc.)Responsible for co-signatory of payments with Financial Manager.Control fixed assets and follow up on outstanding vehicle debtors:Calculate all additions, disposals and depreciation of assets.Align all physical assets with asset register.Ensure that depreciation calculation agrees with nominal account.Vehicle debtor queries actioned within specified timeframe.Assist FM/DP with management of daily, operating and annual financial reports, meeting applicable timelines.Handle insurance administration including investigation of insurance claims, responsible for 3rd party payments, and accurate recovery of excesses.Reconcile stock:Prepare and/or review vehicle, parts and asset stock-takes.Process credit notes, do parts discrepancy recon and follow up on variances.Reflect vehicle stock accurately and timeously in nominal ledger; reconciliation of nominal ledger accounts and follow up on variances.Calculate depreciation on demo/ mobility vehicles (ensure stock is accounted for against NRV).Prepare audit schedules for auditors and assist them in finalising audits.Process credit notes, do warranty recon and follow up on variances.Calculate and submit monthly VAT Recon.Review FSP calculationsCash ManagementMaintain good housekeeping within department in terms of ensuring that financial documents and records are filed and archived for easy accessibility.Ensure that the correct accounting policies and procedures are followed at all times.Minimum Qualifications and Experience needed:Senior Certificate with Mathematics and Accounting is minimum.Certificate in Bookkeeping or Accounting (or relevant equivalent NQF5+ qualification) is preferred.Qualification in Finances, advantageous.3+ years’ accounting experience in a similar environment.Relevant accounting/ finance experience within the motor industry at dealership level is highly desired and would give a candidate an advantage.A working knowledge of the NCA, CRA, FICA, FAIS and other legislation and frameworks relevant to the retail motor industry.Knowledge and ability to use relevant DMS functions (Automate) is an advantage.Skills and Expertise Required:Communication: Able to communicate professionally at multiple levels in a professional, diplomatic, polite and rational manner even when under pressure.Interpersonal competence; effective at working with people.Financial AccountingCompetent application of accounting fundamentals and principles.Financial and Accounting Controls experienceFinancial and commercial acumen/ thinkingSound knowledge and understanding of accounting and tax concepts, financial statements, trial balance, financial recordkeeping process and books or accounts of the company.Interrogates transaction initiating information or data, and understands, records or enters transactions on to the system.Analyses and reconciles financial information and data, resolves accounting issues, and reports on such.Compiling and presenting reports.Planning and organisingProblem-solving and judgement skillsDecision making and action orientated.Conflict handlingTime management, including the ability to respond to and resolve queries and issues in the minimum amount of time.Able to work independently and under pressure.Personal Attributes:ProfessionalHigh level of detail and accuracyEnergetic and self-motivatedResilient and hard workingDeadline drivenSystematic and methodicalEmpathetic when dealing with personnel matters.Someone who upholds professional ethics and values.Must be assertive and comfortable to share views and ideas in the interest of good financial management of the business.

Do you have experience in general Bookkeeping and looking for an opportunity to move into a more diverse and operational role?Our client based in Montague Gardens requires the expertise of a Bookkeeper who is proficient in Excel (v-lookups / H-lookups / formulas).This position will maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for the company and oversee transactions, such as purchases, sales, receipts, and payments.Requirements:Grade 12Basic accounting Diploma advantageousProficient in Excel (v-lookups/H-lookups/formulas) word/outlookExperience with Xero an advantage.Bilingual (English – speak / Afrikaans – understand)Excellent financial acumen with accountsOwn transport essentialAbility to take on responsibilities, use initiative and work well in a team & independentlyDuties and Responsibilities:Reporting to the Director and Financial ManagerTracking of Servicing invoicing for both Cape Town and Durban branchesReconciliation of all closed services per month invoiced.Follow up on outstanding accountsCreate proforma invoices and track deposits (request deposits)Final Invoice send to customer upon finalisation of jobJob Costing InstallationsEnsure job costings accurate and complete for the month (Dbn / Cpt / Jhb)Cost of Sales report (monthly) – Services/Spares (Cpt / Dbn / Jhb)Certificates (SASA / SAGA / AASA – annual) to client upon completion of job and receipt of final paymentAssist with insurance Claims – (Dbn / Cpt / Jhb)Trade – manage WIP / check proforma’s converted correctly to invoices – distributed to clientManage rental agreementsXero – process invoice / credit notes daily – allocation of receipt from/to WIP and daily receipts to closed jobs.Manage client enquiries telephonically helping and going the extra mile ensuring you can get back to them with exact information requiredBuild sound relationships with clients, enjoy being the go to person when help is neededRegistrations of any new contract fitters that are working on siteRecord daily hours worked by all employees, complete monthly and weekly schedulesChecking of working hours and daily signing in and outManaging sick leave schedules and administration requiredManaging inhouse database of customer listsEnsure that jobs being worked on are updated daily as to the current fitment statusManage costing compilations for all work requirementsOversee HR for staff with opening new files, drawing up contracts, issuing of payslipsManage transport invoices at month endEnsure administration for health and safety compilation is updated and on file when neededManage the royalties’ programmeFor rental units ensure month rental and water and sewerage accounts are issued timeously and payments are receivedReconciliation of vehicle fleet for Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban

We are assisting our client in finding a bookkeeper who will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring the smooth operation of financial transactions within the company.Key to this role is the management of debtors, requiring a candidate with substantial experience and expertise in handling debtor-related tasks efficiently.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in debtors management, along with proficiency in bookkeeping practices and financial management.R12 000 – R18 000 per month.Minimum Requirements:Knowledge of bookkeeping practices.Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures.Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.Working knowledge of relevant computer applications.Knowledge of data management and financial data analysis.An associate qualification in accounting, finance, or business is an advantage.Bookkeeping certification.Duties and Responsibilities:Check and verify source documents such as invoices, receipts, and computer printouts.Allocate and post financial transaction details to subsidiary books.Transfer data to the general ledger.Reconcile and balance all bank accounts daily.Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.Prepare payments on all bank accounts.Assist with monthly journals and month-end entries.Assist with audits as necessary.Maintain a complete filing system to support financial records.Process debtors on a daily basis, including confirming details with debtors via telephone or email.Handle debtors’ queries and collection of debtors.Perform general administrative tasks as required.