Bookkeeper

Remuneration:	market-related
Location:	Witbank
Education level:	Diploma
Job level:	Mid
Own transport required:	Yes
Type:	Permanent
Reference:	#FP176
Company:	Finding Personnel

Job title: Bookkeeper – Trial Balance

Area: Witbank

Industry: Mining Supplies

Salary/CTC: Market-related – depending on current earnings, qualifications and experience

Report to: Finance Manager

Job summary:

The Bookkeeper will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, performing reconciliations, and ensuring that the company's financial data is up-to-date. They will manage the day-to-day bookkeeping tasks, including preparing the trial balance, and assist with financial reporting.

Key responsibilities:

Record-keeping:

• Maintain and update the general ledger by recording daily financial transactions.
• Ensure all financial data is accurately captured in the accounting system.

Reconciliations:

• Perform monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy of financial records.
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable to ensure correct payment and receipt of funds.
• Reconcile all balance sheet accounts regularly, including debtors, creditors, and inventory.

Trial balance preparation:

• Prepare the trial balance to ensure that all accounts are balanced and ready for financial reporting.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.

Invoicing and payments:

• Generate and issue invoices to clients.
• Process payments to suppliers and manage accounts payable.
• Follow up on outstanding invoices and manage accounts receivable.

Financial reporting:

• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Provide financial information and analysis to management as required.

Tax compliance:

• Assist in the preparation and submission of VAT, PAYE, and other tax returns.
• Ensure compliance with all tax regulations and deadlines.

Budgeting and forecasting:

• Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.
• Monitor budget variances and report on discrepancies.

Audit support:

• Prepare documents and records for internal and external audits.
• Assist auditors with any queries during the audit process.

General administrative duties:

• Manage and maintain financial files and records.
• Assist with other administrative tasks as required by the finance department.

Qualifications and experience:

• Education: Diploma or degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in bookkeeping, with a strong focus on reconciliations and trial balance preparation.

Technical skills:

• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Pastel, QuickBooks, Xero).
• Strong Excel skills.

 Knowledge:

• Understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Knowledge of South African tax regulations.

Key competencies:

• Attention to Detail: Accuracy in financial data entry and record-keeping.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse financial data and identify discrepancies.
• Organisational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Integrity: High level of professionalism and ethical standards.

Posted on 16 Aug 14:13, Closing date 15 Oct